Although stories of these creatures date back to the earliest history of humanity, they are no less fascinating or popular today as a steady stream of books, games, movies, television shows, and other media revisit their stories and reinterpret the myths. But what lies behind these myths and legends?
In Dragons & Mythical Beasts, discover the fascinating tales behind the most formidable mythical creatures ever imagined. Did these bizarre animals once exist in ancient times, inspiring the accounts and stories that have kept them alive? Or do these creatures large and small reflect the characteristics of the cultures in which they were created?
If you have a love for the myths and want to learn about the unique beasts that dwell within them, this book is a great way to do it. Not only will you learn about ones you may have never heard of, but you will also be able to draw parallels between cultures and see how they interpreted their surroundings through stories of mythical creatures and magical beasts.
Dragons & Mythical Beasts is intricately decorated, packed with beautiful images and full of fascinating tales.
| ISBN: | 9781838866006 |
| Publication date: | 14th September 2025 |
| Author: | Alastair Horne |
| Publisher: | Amber Books an imprint of Amber Books Ltd |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 160 pages |
| Series: | Mini Quarterbound Collection |
| Genres: |
Mythical, legendary and supernatural beings, monsters and creatures Popular beliefs and controversial knowledge Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales |
Although stories of these creatures date back to the earliest history of humanity, they are no less fascinating or popular today as a steady stream of books, games, movies, television shows, and other media revisit their stories and reinterpret the myths. But what lies behind these myths and legends?
In Dragons & Mythical Beasts, discover the fascinating tales behind the most formidable mythical creatures ever imagined. Did these bizarre animals once exist in ancient times, inspiring the accounts and stories that have kept them alive? Or do these creatures large and small reflect the characteristics of the cultures in which they were created?
If you have a love for the myths and want to learn about the unique beasts that dwell within them, this book is a great way to do it. Not only will you learn about ones you may have never heard of, but you will also be able to draw parallels between cultures and see how they interpreted their surroundings through stories of mythical creatures and magical beasts.
Dragons & Mythical Beasts is intricately decorated, packed with beautiful images and full of fascinating tales.
Dragons & Mythical Beasts features in the following genres: Mythical, legendary and supernatural beings, monsters and creatures, Popular beliefs and controversial knowledge, Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales
Dragons & Mythical Beasts is available in Hardback
Dragons & Mythical Beasts was written by Alastair Horne and published by Amber Books an imprint of Amber Books Ltd
Dragons & Mythical Beasts has 160 pages
Yes it is part of Mini Quarterbound Collection series
£13.49