The artwork in Shadows: Supernatural Beings in Southeast Asian Folklore was created by various Asian artists from different regions. The author’s travels and experiences in different regions of Asia have allowed him to personally encounter the essence of these spirits, as well as collect various stories and methods to summon them.
The book features a wide range of spirits—most of them unknown in the West due to language barriers and cultural borders. Within its pages, readers will discover spirits from Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, Indonesia, Cambodia, the Philippines, and Myanmar.
This is a fascinating work for anyone seeking to learn more about Asian esotericism and folklore.
CONTENTS
Preface
Acknowledgments
FOLKLORIC CREATURES OF SINGAPORE AND MALAYSIA
Pontianak
Toyol
Penanggal
Orang Minyak
Hantu Tetek
Women in The Red Dress
Hungry Ghost Festival
LEGENDARY GHOSTS OF THAILAND AND LAOS
Krasue
Preta
Kuman Thong
Mae Nak Phra Khanong
Phi Kong Koi
LEGENDARY GHOSTS OF INDONESIA
Kuntilanak
Sundel Bolong
Pocong
Wewe Gombel
Jailangkung
Nyi Roro Kidul and Nyi Blorong
LEGENDARY GHOSTS OF VIETNAM
Ông Ba Bị
Ma Da
Ma Thần Vòng
Thần Trùng
Quỷ Nhập Tràng
Ma Gà
FOLKLORIC SPIRITS OF MYANMAR
Thagyamin
Naga Medaw
Ko Gyi Kyaw
Popa Medaw
Bo Min Gaung
FOLKLORIC CREATURES OF THE PHILIPPINES
Aswang
Kapre
Tiyanak
Kumakatok
Bakunawa
Manananggal
FOLKLORIC CREATURES OF CAMBODIA
Ahp
Preay
Banana Tree Ghost
Mreng Kongveal
Kon Krork
Glossary
Biography
About the Author
Hamant Singh is a writer and poet from Singapore inspired by the sublime, horror, and the occult practices of various cultures. His core philosophy blends chaosophy and Theravāda Buddhism. He also practices a combination of Asian magic and the Left-Hand Path.
He has published five books and has been nominated for the Rhysling Award (2022), the preliminary ballot of the Bram Stoker Awards (2023), and the Elgin Award (2023).
Hamant currently resides in Guadalajara, Mexico, where he is involved in various projects.