The concept of the vampire has evolved from Bram Stoker's supernatural creature of the night to the pop culture anti-hero of today's TV shows, hit movies, and bestselling novels. Where were these legends born? In what ways have they evolved? How much is actually true? This revealing book answers these questions and more: € Are any vampire myths based on fact? € What is Vampire Personality Disorder? € What is the polysexual world of the vampire? € Could a vampire hide in today's advanced world of forensic science? € What happens to the brain of the vampire's victim? Based on fascinating interviews with forensic experts, creative artists, and real-life bloodsuckers, this is a vampire book like no other.