Download or read book The United States of Cryptids written by J. W. Ocker and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2022-10-11 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meet the monsters in our midst, from bigfoot to Mothman and beyond! Welcome to the United States of Cryptids, where mysterious monsters lurk in the dark forests, deep lakes, and sticky swamps of all fifty states. From the infamous Jersey Devil to the obscure Snallygaster, travel writer and chronicler of the strange J. W. Ocker uncovers the bizarre stories of these creatures and investigates the ways in which communities embrace and celebrate their local cryptids. Readers will learn about: • Batsquatch of Washington, a winged bigfoot that is said to have emerged from the eruption of Mount Saint Helens • Nain Rouge of Michigan, a fierce red goblin that has been spotted before every major city disaster in Detroit • Flatwoods Monster of West Virginia, a robotic extraterrestrial that crash-landed in rural Appalachia • Lizard Man of South Carolina, a reptilian mutant that attacked a teenager in the summer of 1988 • Glocester Ghoul of Rhode Island, a fire-breathing dragon that guards a hoard of pirate treasure • And many more! Whether you believe in bigfoot or not, this fully illustrated compendium is a fun, frightening, fascinating tour through American folklore and history, exploring the stories we tell about monsters and what those stories say about us.

Download or read book American Cryptids written by Kenney W. Irish and published by Beyond the Fray Publishing. This book was released on 2021-01-26 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the United States of Cryptids...please enjoy your stay Each year across the United States, there are mysterious and unexplainable firsthand encounters by average people. These encounters beg the question, do monsters exist? From east to west across the US, professionals are actively researching these encounters to prove once and for all that these creatures do exist. American Cryptids takes you on a journey across the country, visiting each state along the way. On this adventure, renowned 'cryptopunkologist', Kenney W. Irish, details historical data of each state, details Native American lore and chilling creature encounters with such cryptids as Sasquatch, Mothman, and Champ the Lake Champlain Monster to name a few.

Download or read book Monsters of Pennsylvania written by Patty A. Wilson and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2010-03-11 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pennsylvania is home to an assortment of odd creatures, and this volume features the best of the bunch. Bigfoot looms large here, trudging the wilds all throughout the state. Other cryptids featured are the gigantic Broad Top Snake, the bizarre Dogman of Westmoreland County, and Bessie, Lake Erie's resident monster. Reports of big cats, giant attacking thunderbirds, bloodsucking wolfmen, and mischievous, mine-dwelling--Tommyknockers are included.

Download or read book Monster Spotter s Guide to North America written by Scott Francis and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-07-11 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like a bird-watching guideà only for monsters Monsters represent the dark side of humanity–the primal, animal impulses that reside in every single one of us. They have preyed upon our imaginations and our fears since the dawn of civilization. North America is home to a wide array of fearsome beasts, including hairy monsters, flying monsters, lake monsters, and other unexplained phenomena. Monster Spotter's Guide geographically catalogs more than one hundred legendary monsters reported to inhabit the continent. From the mythical Sasquatch of the Pacific Northwest to the vicious Mexican goatsucker known as El Chupacabra, you'll read about the legends and major sightings of the most widely feared creatures reported to exist–plus a few you might have never heard of. Within these pages you'll find detailed pen-and-ink drawings, helpful quick-reference boxes for immediate identification of key monster traits, a glossary of cryptozoology terms, useful appendices, case studies and more. Let this book be your guide, and explore the legends for yourself. Anyone can be a monster spotteràwhen you start looking, you never know what you might find.

Download or read book Chasing American Monsters written by Jason Offutt and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2019-03-08 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: STEP RIGHT UP and BEHOLD a stupendous COLLECTION of over 250 FEARSOME and FANTASTICAL CREATURES from Every State in the Union! The Black Dog of Hanging Hills, the Tommyknockers of Pennsylvania, the Banshee of the Badlands—these beasts and hundreds more will hold you spellbound, unable to look away from their frightful features and their extraordinary stories. Come face to face with modern-day dinosaurs, extraterrestrials, dragons, lizard men, giants, and flying humanoids. This illustrated collection includes more than 250 monsters and cryptids that will make your hair stand on end when you hear something go bump in the night. From Alabama to Wyoming and everywhere in between, these enigmatic abominations lurk in the darkest corners and the deepest shadows. This eye-opening book details the origins, appearance, and behaviors of these bizarre creatures so that if you should come across a terrifying beast in the wild, you'll know exactly what you're dealing with. Praise: "Jason Offutt does a special service to the field of cryptozoology with this new book Chasing American Monsters. By keeping all of us up-to-date and incredibly informed—beyond the scope of lesser guidebooks—we have a better head start on knowing where to look for these cryptids. Highly recommended."—Loren Coleman, author of Cryptozoology A to Z and director of the International Cryptozoology Museum

Download or read book Cryptids Island written by Max Brallier and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-08-01 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on Poptropica's popular Cryptids Islands, this illustrated novel follows the story of an eccentric billionaire who is promising a big reward to whoever can prove the existence of cryptids: legendary beasts like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster. A quest is underway to track down the hidden creatures and the competitors will stop at nothing to find them!

Download or read book Cryptids of the USA written by Brett Larsen and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-11-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you enthralled by the enigmatic world of cryptozoology and the captivating mysteries that shroud our nation's folklore and legends? If so, this comprehensive guide is tailor-made for you! With meticulous research, I've compiled an extensive compendium that unearths the most intriguing and mysterious cryptids reported in every U.S. state. From the iconic Sasquatch of the Pacific Northwest to the legendary Jersey Devil of the Northeast, this book embarks on a thrilling exploration of these elusive enigmas. Each chapter is dedicated to a specific state, offering detailed accounts of the cryptid believed to inhabit the region. Discover comprehensive descriptions of their appearances, habitats, behaviors, and documented sightings. What sets this guide apart is the captivating, lifelike artistic renderings that bring these cryptids to life before your eyes. But we don't stop at the realm of facts and visuals. Delve into the rich tapestry of folklore and legends that shroud each cryptid, accompanied by expert theories and explanations. Whether you're an experienced cryptozoologist or an inquisitive reader with a penchant for the extraordinary, this book caters to your curiosity. Uncover the secrets of Sasquatch, Ghosts, Monsters, Creatures, Legends, Myths, and Cryptids You've Never Heard of in one captivating journey.

Download or read book A Field Guide to the Cryptids of North America written by Courtney A. Shepherd and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-04-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Altamaha-ha to Washingtons's Eagle, the lands, seas, and skies of North America are simply swarming with amazing animals yet unrecognized by science. Let Dr. Courtney A. Shepherd tell you how and where to find these mysterious creatures in this exciting new book! This essential guide contains more than 50 descriptions, over 25 illustrations, and information about collecting evidence, staying safe, and thoroughly documenting your discoveries.

Download or read book Hunting Monsters written by Darren Naish and published by Arcturus Publishing. This book was released on 2016-01-26 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Loch Ness Monster. The Yeti. Bigfoot. These are just some of the iconic mythical creatures studied by the discipline of 'cryptozoology'. The idea of mysterious and terrifying creatures goes back centuries. They are known by the experts as cryptids. Today, these legendary beings continue to capture our imaginations. Discover the fascinating and often bizarre stories of real life monsters and the scientists who strove to separate the fact from fiction. In Hunting Monsters, Palaeozoological researcher Professor Darren Naish explores the fascinating science behind these elusive monsters - a science known as 'cryptozoology'. Bizarre stories of ancient sea-monsters and resurgent dinosaurs are explored in this concise book, taking into account the theories of Belgian zoologist Bernard Heuvelmans, the man responsible for coining the term 'cryptozoology', as well as modern day zoologists like John MacKinnon whose research sheds light into this novel field of work. Whether it is the monsters or the humans behind the story, this is a gripping tale of mystery and legend sure to enlighten you in the strange realms of cryptozoology.

Download or read book Silver State Monsters written by David Weatherly and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Cryptids written by Kenny Abdo and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2019-12-15 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title focuses on cryptids like Bigfoot, Yeti, and the Loch Ness Monster while giving information related to their origins, theories, and place in popular culture. This hi-lo title is complete with thrilling and colorful photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

Download or read book American Monsters written by Linda S. Godfrey and published by TarcherPerigee. This book was released on 2014-08-28 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From pre-Columbian legends to modern-day eyewitness accounts, this comprehensive guide covers the history, sightings and lore surrounding the most mysterious monsters in America—including Bigfoot, the Jersey Devil, and more. Bigfoot, the chupacabra, and thunderbirds aren’t just figments of our overactive imaginations—according to thousands of eyewitnesses, they exist, in every corner of the United States. Throughout America’s history, shocked onlookers have seen unbelievable creatures of every stripe—from sea serpents to apelike beings, giant bats to monkeymen—in every region. Author, investigator, and creature expert Linda S. Godfrey brings the same fearless reporting she lent to Real Wolfmen to this essential guide, using historical record, present-day news reports, and eyewitness interviews to examine this hidden menagerie of America’s homegrown beasts.

Download or read book Chasing American Monsters written by Jason Offutt and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Over 250 creatures, cryptids, & hairy beasts"--Cover.

Download or read book Monsters of Massachusetts written by Loren Coleman and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2013-08-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Loren Coleman is the first and last name in cryptozoology. He's blazed the trail for so many of us. Massachusetts mysteries like the Dover Demon and the Bridgewater Triangle have names because Coleman discovered and named them. His years of research gathering the cryptid sightings, physical evidence, and details of these strange creatures and legends have paid off in a big way in Monsters of Massachusetts. --Jeff Belanger, author of Weird Massachusetts Bizarre beasts of the Bay State featured in this volume include . . . • Dover Demon • Gloucester Sea Serpent • Hockomock Swamp's Beasties • Pukwudgees • Bigfoot

Download or read book Kentucky Cryptids written by Lori Coffey and published by . This book was released on 2018-11-20 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take a trip down Kentucky's back trails and discover why Kentucky ranks at the top of the list for unexplained creatures. You will learn about special characteristics of the Kentucky Bigfoot. Discover why many outdoorsmen are avoiding Kentucky's lakes. Learn what "extinct" creatures may still roam in the Kentucky wilderness. You will know why frightened campers have fled Kentucky's forests. What may be the reason so many drowning victims are never recovered from the Ohio River. Learn about Kentucky's long history of werewolf encounters. These and may other fascinating facts are contained in KENTUCKY CRYPTIDS: Monsters of the Bluegrass State.

Download or read book Cryptid U S written by Tyler Houck and published by . This book was released on 2015-05-03 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On October 20, 1967, Roger Patterson and Bob Gimlin encountered a large, man-like creature in Bluff Creek, California. Point Pleasant, WV, was terrorized by a flying monster in 1966. Sandra Mansi saw a "monster" rise out of Lake Champlain in 1977. A strange creature called the "chupacabras" attacked many helpless farm animals in Florida, Arizona, and Texas in 1996.These are just a few examples of sightings of strange monsters, called cryptids, seen in the United States. Reports of these creatures, which range from Bigfoot, to lake monsters, black panthers, Thunderbirds, werewolves, and even an occasional live pterosaur, come from every state.This book is a compilation of five years of research on strange, unidentifiable creatures.Other creatures covered include:- The Ohio Grassman- The Bishopville Lizard Man- The Dover Demon- The Beast of Bray Road- Giant Snakes- The Green-Clawed Beast- Flathead Lake Monsterand more!

Download or read book Poe Land The Hallowed Haunts of Edgar Allan Poe written by J. W. Ocker and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2014-10-06 with total page 613 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the 2015 Edgar Award for Best Critical/Biographical! Follow the footsteps of the father of American horror fiction. Edgar Allan Poe was an oddity: his life, literature, and legacy are all, well, odd. In Poe-Land, J. W. Ocker explores the physical aspects of Poe’s legacy across the East Coast and beyond, touring Poe’s homes, examining artifacts from his life—locks of his hair, pieces of his coffin, original manuscripts, his boyhood bed—and visiting the many memorials dedicated to him. Along the way, Ocker meets people from a range of backgrounds and professions—actors, museum managers, collectors, historians—who have dedicated some part of their lives to Poe and his legacy. Poe-Land is a unique travelogue of the afterlife of the poet who invented detective fiction, advanced the emerging genre of science fiction, and elevated the horror genre with a mastery over the macabre that is arguably still unrivaled today.