World of Weird: A Creepy Compendium of True Stories

In the 21st century, a scientist discovers their Victorian ancestor's notebook, filled with dark and disturbing stories from around the world. The notebook includes notes in the margins by the descendant, bringing the science into the 21st century. The book is illustrated by Steampunk illustrator Celsius Pictor, showcasing a peek into our grisly and macabre past, including shrunken heads, witches charms, saints' blood, graverobbers remains, hangman's salve, and trepanning tools.

Format: Hardback
Length: 64 pages
Publication date: 02 August 2022
Publisher: Wide Eyed Editions

In the 21st century, a scientist stumbles upon a notebook belonging to their Victorian ancestors, Dr. McCreebor. Dr. McCreebor was an esteemed explorer, philosopher, and collector of the peculiar and eerie. The scientist's discovery unveils a treasure trove of dark and unsettling tales that the doctor had documented during his travels around the world. After over 125 years hidden away in a dusty attic, Dr. McCreebor's writings are finally accessible to the bravest of hearts.

Each chapter delves into a captivating series of objects, people, and places, offering a unique perspective from the Victorian era. The scientist's descendant adds their contemporary notes and insights, seamlessly blending science with the 21st century. The book explores a diverse range of subjects, including Artificialia (man-made objects), Naturalia (natural creatures and beings), Spiritualis (the spirit world), Scelere Supplicium (crime and punishment), Scientifica (scientific tools), Magicae (magical objects), and Morteum (skulls, bodies, and more). Steampunk illustrator Celsius Pictor intricately illustrates McCreebor's sketches, maps, records, and photographs, bringing the macabre world to life.

From shrunken heads to witches' charms, saints' blood to grave robbers' remains, hangman's salve to trepanning tools, this book offers a chilling glimpse into our grisly and macabre past. It serves as a testament to the human fascination with the supernatural and the darker aspects of human history.

Weight: 656g
Dimension: 254 x 313 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780711269521