The Book of Nod

This short book, which can be read in like 30-60 minutes, shows the origins of the vampires, and their sects, and shows their 'fall from grace' from heaven and why they were shunned by all.

And while the book might be extremely short in length, the build quality easily makes up for that. There are wonderful drawings, indexes, and footnotes litered throughout the book. And the silver lined pages, attached cloth bookmark, and smooth hardcover scream quality like no other.

This book is a must read for any vampire or horror fan who wants to learn a bit more on vampire history and their origin.


A definite must read!   April 5, 2000
ReAvEr (Canada)
11 out of 13 found this review helpful

This is the best and most accurate up-to-date book about vampire lore. If you've every thought about reading a book about the demons that walk the night this has to be your first pick. It lists all the clans in full detail with the last words of the 2nd generation clan elders to their childer and a very in depth story about the first vampire Caine. Although some of the writing may be hard to read (like the Malkavian clan text) this is still a great book. But the only way to complete it is to read The Erciyes Fragments which will complete the Book of Nod. ENJOY!


Great read. A little short   September 2, 2004
fishbone (Nebraska)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

Exactly like as the title says. It is a great read, but unfortunately the book will leave you wanting for more.
The Book of Nod presents the history of the vampires as thought for Vampire:The Masquerade. This novel can be enjoyed even by those that are not familiar with the Masquerade setting and other novels. It offers the big picture, explains how the vampires came to be, has great quotes and "commandments", if you will, that vampires are supposed to live by. You will understand the vampire clans and what their traits are and the reader is bound to have a favorite one out of the bunch.


Those with only a passing intrest in vampires will love it!   March 8, 2000
Jeremy Taylor (Geneva, Ohio)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

Dramatic. Frightening. Awesome. Incredible. These are just a few of the words that run through my head as write this review. The Book of Nod is truely a thing of dark beauty. The entire feel of the book is one of terrible majesty and horrific pride. If you enjoy vampire stories in any way, shape, or form get this book. I did and read through it twice in one sitting!


Read it, understand it, feel it, be it. Know your origin   August 31, 1998
Aleksander Dye (Adye@online.no) (Norway)
11 out of 14 found this review helpful

This is a must for every "Vampire The Masquerade" lover. You'll get more insight reading the first 3 chapters than you have got so far...

IT IS CALLED THE VAMPIRES BIBLE

And it lives up the nickname

Read it and be afraid of Lillith's curs on man.

Caine was exhiled from paradise to the land of Nod, and that is all the Holy Bible says about Caine's stay in Nod. This book goes in detail where our bible stops and TAKES US INTO THE IMAGINATIV WORLD WE LOVE TO EXPERIENCE.