Description
Book SynopsisAnd you thought unicorns were fabulous? Well, of course they are, but did you know how many other weird and wonderful mythical beasts are out there waiting to be discovered?
From dragons and wyverns to vampires, werewolves and mischievous gremlins, pixies and fairies, Breverton''s Phantasmagoria is a unique compendium of over 250 mythical animals.
Prepare to revisit familiar myths, such as vampires, werewolves and the Loch Ness Monster, the Minotaur and Medusa from Greek legend, and Biblical beasts such as Behemoth and Leviathan. Discover new mysterious animals like the giant serpents of Central America, the lethal Mongolian death worm, and the Ennedi tiger in Africa, and investigate the evidence for sightings of Bigfoot and the reclusive Yeti.
Packed with quirky line illustrations and a wealth of weird and wonderful information, Breverton''s Phantasmagoria surveys the globe to uncover over 250 imaginary creatures passed down from generation to generat
Trade Review
'A quirky compendium of the weird and wonderful creations immortalised by legend, a vast cornucopia of curiosities, entreating' Good Book Guide. * Good Book Guide *
Table of Contents
Introduction. Mysterious, Magical and Weird People. Mythical Monsters, Ghosts and Things That Go Bump in the Night. Magical Places of Legend and Reality. Flying Monsters, Mysteries, Odd Happenings, Strange Sightings and Legends. Mysteries of the Deep. Strange Artefacts, Buildings, Maps and Writings. Tales of Secret Treasure. The Reality of Legends and Myths. References. Index.
