No, the 'Books of Blood' are works of horror fiction by Clive Barker. They are not based on a true story. Barker is known for his creative and often very gory and fantastical horror tales.
Clive Barker was inspired by his love for horror and the macabre. He took elements from classic horror stories and added his own unique twists. Also, his creativity in imagining new and terrifying creatures and situations contributed to the 'Books of Blood'.
Yes, they are. Barker is known for his ability to blend the real and the surreal. He uses real - life experiences, cultural beliefs, and historical events as a starting point. In the 'Books of Blood', you can see how he weaves in elements that could be based on true stories. This gives the stories a sense of authenticity that heightens the horror. It's not always a one - to - one retelling of a true event, but rather an inspiration drawn from the truth, which he then morphs into his own brand of horror.
It's hard to say exactly how much. But Barker uses real - life concepts and events as a basis, so probably a significant portion in terms of inspiration.
I'm not aware of any off - hand. But it's possible that there are independent or regional works that are based on this story. It could be a local legend that hasn't gained widespread attention yet.