By Ernst and Johanna Lehner

"Throughout history, artists have grappled with the problem of depicting clearly and forcefully the principles of evil and suffering in human existence." With this view, the Lehners have collected 214 representations, symbols, and manuscript pages of devils and death from Egyptian times to 1913. Reproductions from Dürer, Holbein, Cranach, Rembrandt and many other lesser known or unknown artists illustrate the fascinating history. The 15th, 16th, and 17th centuries are stressed.

THE DOVER PICTORIAL ARCHIVES SERIES, 1971, 191p.

By Rolf Boldrewood

In "The Sealskin Cloak," readers are transported to the rugged coast of Iceland, where a young woman discovers a mysterious sealskin cloak washed ashore. As she begins to wear the cloak, she finds herself embroiled in a web of ancient legends and dark magic that threaten to consume her very existence.

As the townspeople whisper of selkies and forbidden love, our protagonist must navigate treacherous waters both literal and metaphorical. With lyrical prose and haunting imagery, this tale weaves a mesmerizing narrative of sacrifice, redemption, and the unfathomable depths of the human heart.

"The Sealskin Cloak" is a captivating blend of folklore and fantasy, where the line between reality and myth blurs, inviting readers to confront their own desires and the consequences of chasing forbidden dreams. Join us on a journey where love and loss become intertwined, and the true cost of magic is revealed in unexpected ways.

Macmillan, 1896, 571 pages