Every October, a hopelessly kitschy classic rises from the dead to the delight (and occasional dread) of millions. Since its release in 1962, “Monster Mash” has become a beloved slice of mid-century ...

Monsters come in many different varieties: There are zombies, werewolves, vampires, Frankensteins and more, and they've haunted — and delighted — us for centuries. Monsters endure not just because ...