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A chapter from Andrew J. Hoffman's "Monsters: A Bedford Spotlight Reader" about imaginary creatures. "The Bedford Spotlight Reader Series brings critical topics to life in a portable, cost-effective reader. In this volume, you'll explore these questions: why do we create monsters -- and why are we attracted to them? How do monsters adapt to reflect the values, beliefs, and culture of the times? Is the monster within us? Readings by a range of classic poets, contemporary fiction writers, pop-culture critics, philosophers, psychologists, occultists, ethicists, historians, and others take up these questions and more. The book helps you form your own questions and responses as you investigate and write about this popular and intellectually rich topic." -- From back cover Readings by classic poets, contemporary fiction writers, pop culture critics, philosophers, psychologists, occultists, veterinarians, ethicists, historians, and others focus on central themes realted to monsters as Monsters helps you make sustained inquries from multiple perspectives in order to focus your writing. Why Do We Create Monsters? -- Is The Monster Animal Or Human? -- How Do Monsters Reflect Their Times? -- What Is The Attraction Of Monsters? -- Is The Monster Within Us? [compiled And Edited By] Andrew J. Hoffman. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.