Fabulous animals, specters from the shadow world, nature spirits, and sacred beings: these are the monstrous, marvelous, and mythic creatures that have come down to us in folklore and legend.

Some probably have their origins in reality; others spring completely from the imagination—and they are all here, in this stunningly illustrated bible. It’s rich in history and images, and international in scope, covering dragons and serpents; weird insects like the Aztec Itzpapalotl; zombies, golems, and banshees; the watery Undine; the Monkey King, Sun Wukong; and much, much more.

A fascinating and informative work.

Author: Brenda Rosen
Publisher: Sterling
Pages: 400pp
Size: 5.5 x 6.5 x 1.25
Notes: paperback
Release Date: March 3, 2009
ISBN: 978-1402765360