The "Char-Man": A Local Legend of the Ojai Valley

Seemann, Charlie

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“…While anthropologists hunt the hidden monsters of the non-Western shadows, folklorists draw out creatures that have lurked unnoticed in our very backyards. As a starting point, folklorists often recollect personal monster legends and relics from their childhood's hidden corners (e.g., Bronner 2019;Seemann 1981;Leary 1973).…”

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The (Mostly) Unseen World of Cryptids: Legendary Monsters in North America

Puglia

2023

Humanities

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North America is steeped in legends of cryptids, (mostly) unseen creatures woven into the fabric of its folklore. From legends told by early explorers to contemporary legends told today, these enigmatic beings shape societal perceptions and reflect communal anxieties. Monsters have long fascinated scholars, from ancient luminaries such as Pliny the Elder to modern researchers in “monster theory”. Plodding along diligently since before monster studies became a formalized thematic field, folklorists remain hot on the trail of these secretive creatures and their hidden cultural meanings. Through a conceptual exploration of North American cryptids, this essay seeks to bridge the gap between the unseen and the seen, spotlighting the significant role of legendary monsters in community narratives and urging a resurgence in their academic exploration.

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The (Mostly) Unseen World of Cryptids: Legendary Monsters in North America

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The "Char-Man": A Local Legend of the Ojai Valley

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