Why did I choose this topic for our discussion? There are several answers; let’s begin with the most obvious. In the increasingly globalized world we inhabit, a comparative approach to either history or anthropology is unavoidable. Stories about werewolves spread from Europe to other continents: any approach to this topic will necessarily involve a comparative framework, but comparison should not be taken for granted: we should also reflect on its aims, assumptions and methods. I will try to ...