ISBN: 9781601631367 - man-made monsters: a field guide to golems, patchwork solders, homunculi, and other created creatures: a field guide to golems, patchwork soldiers, homunculi and other created creatures (22 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Life exists all around us, in forms that we can readily and easily identify. But what if there were, lurking in the shadows, other forms of life that are not so familiar, creatures created not by Nature, but by Man? We know their names--Frankenstein, the Golem, the homunculi of the ancient alchemists; they exist in our stories and myths. But just what are these mysterious creatures, and do they actually have some basis in reality? In his fascinating and wide-ranging new book, Dr Bob Curran explores man-made monsters and the truth behind the myths. You'll learn fascinating details about: The 19th century scientist who tried to bring the dead back to life - the model for Mary Shelley's Frankenstein The Man of Clay who lumbered through the streets of medieval Prague at the command of early rabbis Tales of robots that may have existed in the ancient world and threatened Greek and Roman warriors. Cloning and the artificial creation of life, and what strange and mysterious areas they may be heading into. Man-Made Monsters is essential reading for anyone who wants to explore artificial beings and peer into the dark recesses of the human mind.where they may indeed be hiding.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Life exists all around us, in forms that we can readily and easily identify. But what if there were, lurking in the shadows, other forms of life that are not so familiar, creatures created not by Nature, but by Man? We know their names--Frankenstein, the Golem, the homunculi of the ancient alchemists; they exist in our stories and myths. But just what are these mysterious creatures, and do they actually have some basis in reality? In his fascinating and wide-ranging new book, Dr Bob Curran explores man-made monsters and the truth behind the myths. You'll learn fascinating details about: The 19th century scientist who tried to bring the dead back to life - the model for Mary Shelley's Frankenstein The Man of Clay who lumbered through the streets of medieval Prague at the command of early rabbis Tales of robots that may have existed in the ancient world and threatened Greek and Roman warriors. Cloning and the artificial creation of life, and what strange and mysterious areas they may be heading into. Man-Made Monsters is essential reading for anyone who wants to explore artificial beings and peer into the dark recesses of the human mind.where they may indeed be hiding.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. Life exists all around us, in forms that we can readily and easily identify. But what if there were, lurking in the shadows, other forms of life that are not so familiar, creatures created not by Nature, but by Man? We know their names--Frankenstein, the Golem, the homunculi of the ancient alchemists; they exist in our stories and myths. But just what are these mysterious creatures, and do they actually have some basis in reality? In his fascinating and wide-ranging new book, Dr Bob Curran explores man-made monsters and the truth behind the myths. You'll learn fascinating details about: The 19th century scientist who tried to bring the dead back to life - the model for Mary Shelley's Frankenstein The Man of Clay who lumbered through the streets of medieval Prague at the command of early rabbis Tales of robots that may have existed in the ancient world and threatened Greek and Roman warriors. Cloning and the artificial creation of life, and what strange and mysterious areas they may be heading into. Man-Made Monsters is essential reading for anyone who wants to explore artificial beings and peer into the dark recesses of the human mind.where they may indeed be hiding.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Life exists all around us, in forms that we can readily and easily identify. But what if there were, lurking in the shadows, other forms of life that are not so familiar, creatures created not by Nature, but by Man? We know their names--Frankenstein, the Golem, the homunculi of the ancient alchemists; they exist in our stories and myths. But just what are these mysterious creatures, and do they actually have some basis in reality? In his fascinating and wide-ranging new book, Dr Bob Curran explores man-made monsters and the truth behind the myths. You'll learn fascinating details about: The 19th century scientist who tried to bring the dead back to life - the model for Mary Shelley's Frankenstein The Man of Clay who lumbered through the streets of medieval Prague at the command of early rabbis Tales of robots that may have existed in the ancient world and threatened Greek and Roman warriors. Cloning and the artificial creation of life, and what strange and mysterious areas they may be heading into. Man-Made Monsters is essential reading for anyone who wants to explore artificial beings and peer into the dark recesses of the human mind.where they may indeed be hiding.…

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Paperback. Zustand: New.

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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Life exists all around us, in forms that we can readily and easily identify. But what if there were, lurking in the shadows, other forms of life that are not so familiar, creatures created not by Nature, but by Man? We know their names--Frankenstein, the Golem, the homunculi of the ancient alchemists; they exist in our stories and myths.But just what are these mysterious creatures, and do they actually have some basis in reality?In his fascinating and wide-ranging new book, Dr Bob Curran explores man-made monsters and the truth behind the myths.You'll learn fascinating details about:Cloning and the artificial creation of life, and what strange and mysterious areas they may be heading into.Man-Made Monsters is essential reading for anyone who wants to explore artificial beings and peer into the dark recesses of the human mind.where they may indeed be hiding. True stories behind the monsters of myth and fiction, such as "Frankenstein", the Golem, homunculi of the ancient alchemists etc. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 1st edition. 224 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF; VXQM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 229 x 10. Weight in Grams: 316. . 2010. Paperback. . . . .

Zustand: New. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF; VXQM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 229 x 10. Weight in Grams: 316. . 2010. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Life exists all around us, in forms that we can readily and easily identify. But what if there were, lurking in the shadows, other forms of life that are not so familiar, creatures created not by Nature, but by Man We know their names--Frankenstein, the Golem, the homunculi of the ancient alchemists; they exist in our stories and myths. But just what are these mysterious creatures, and do they actually have some basis in reality In his fascinating and wide-ranging new book, Dr Bob Curran explores man-made monsters and the truth behind the myths. You'll learn fascinating details about: - The 19th century scientist who tried to bring the dead back to life - the model for Mary Shelley's Frankenstein- The Man of Clay who lumbered through the streets of medieval Prague at the command of early rabbis- Tales of robots that may have existed in the ancient world and threatened Greek and Roman warriors.- >Man-Made Monsters is essential reading for anyone who wants to explore artificial beings and peer into the dark recesses of the human mind.where they may indeed be hiding. …

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Life exists all around us, in forms that we can readily and easily identify. But what if there were, lurking in the shadows, other forms of life that are not so familiar, creatures created not by Nature, but by Man? We know their names--Frankenstein, the Golem, the homunculi of the ancient alchemists; they exist in our stories and myths.But just what are these mysterious creatures, and do they actually have some basis in reality?In his fascinating and wide-ranging new book, Dr Bob Curran explores man-made monsters and the truth behind the myths.You'll learn fascinating details about:Cloning and the artificial creation of life, and what strange and mysterious areas they may be heading into.Man-Made Monsters is essential reading for anyone who wants to explore artificial beings and peer into the dark recesses of the human mind.where they may indeed be hiding. True stories behind the monsters of myth and fiction, such as "Frankenstein", the Golem, homunculi of the ancient alchemists etc. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. …

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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Life exists all around us, in forms that we can readily and easily identify. But what if there were, lurking in the shadows, other forms of life that are not so familiar, creatures created not by Nature, but by Man? We know their names--Frankenstein, the Golem, the homunculi of the ancient alchemists; they exist in our stories and myths.But just what are these mysterious creatures, and do they actually have some basis in reality?In his fascinating and wide-ranging new book, Dr Bob Curran explores man-made monsters and the truth behind the myths.You'll learn fascinating details about:Cloning and the artificial creation of life, and what strange and mysterious areas they may be heading into.Man-Made Monsters is essential reading for anyone who wants to explore artificial beings and peer into the dark recesses of the human mind.where they may indeed be hiding. True stories behind the monsters of myth and fiction, such as "Frankenstein", the Golem, homunculi of the ancient alchemists etc. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. …

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