For centuries, supernatural powers have reigned, warring among themselves, culling the human herds and lashing out from the shadows. The creatures of the night have held court since before the dawn of history. Nothing lasts forever. From the throng of humanity, individuals emerge who know the truth. They know monsters exist. Enough is enough! The forces of darkness must pay their due. The time of retribution is at hand. Travel to the Fertile Crescent -- the Middle East and Egypt -- to discover what beasts lurk even under the desert sun.

This collection brings together the indispensable secondary literature. It includes a major introduction which explains why power is a key concept and guides the reader through the contrasting attempts to understand it.

Wizards. Warlocks. Witches. Myths and legends describe them as powerful magicians, wise sages and humanity's helpful guides. Hunters know better. In the modern world, wizards make the impossible possible, changing the very face of reality on a whim for their own mysterious purposes. What kind of hold do they have over mankind? Hunters intend to find out -- and break it. Hunter: The Spellbound explores the magical realm of wizards as hunters perceive it, learning warlocks' strengths, fears and weaknesses. But enchanters have discovered hunters, too. Can these occult masters weave their spell and command the will of even the imbued? Not if hunters can help it. Let the witch-hunt begin. Book jacket.

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