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Vampires: Why They Bite

Historian and vampire fan Lisa Hilton uncovers why we have been obsessed with vampires for centuries and charts their transformation from bloodsucking monsters to romantic leads.

Vampires are currently topping the bestselling lists and raking in millions at the box office. Historian Lisa Hilton explores our enduring fascination and traces the origins of our favourite bogeyman, charting the transformation of the vampire from monster to heartthrob. With contributions from Charlaine Harris, author of the Sookie Stackhouse novels, and Toby Whithouse, creator of Being Human.

1 hour

Last on

Mon 19 Jul 201000:15

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RoleContributor
PresenterLisa Hilton
Executive ProducerClare Sillery
ProducerJacqui Wilson
ParticipantCharlaine Harris
ParticipantToby Whithouse

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