Download or read book The Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-10-13 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meet your favourite monsters, fairies, heroes, and tricksters from all around the world! Enter the enchanting world of mythical creatures and explore the history behind them in this beautifully-illustrated Greek mythology book for children aged 5-9. You’ll meet an incredible cast of mind-boggling fictional animals from all around the world. Say hello to Bigfoot in the forests of North America and learn about the Native American traditions that inspired its story. Voyage to Japan to meet kitsune, supernatural nine-tailed foxes that can turn into humans. Then jump onboard an ancient storm-battered ship to learn why mermaids were the last thing a sailor wanted to see! Learn about the societies that spawned these legendary creatures, from Ancient Greece to the indigenous tribes of Australia, and find out what the beasts tell us about the people who created them. With magic and mystery in every page, your child can discover: - Facts behind the myths - Insights into cultures from around the world and their creation stories - Stunning full-colour illustrations by Pham Quang Phuc Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures tells you everything you need to know about supernatural animals great and small. Perfect for fans of Harry Potter and other fantasy tales, this mythology book for children is the only kids’ guide to magical creatures that explores the history behind the mythology in both an engaging and educational way. A must-have volume for children aged 5-9 with an interes in fantasy tale, Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures is filled with supernatural stories that brings the history of mythology and magical creatures to life, and explores the societies that birthed these legendary creatures found in narratives from Ancient Greek mythology, Australian and Native American folktales. From narwhal tusks inspiring the legend of unicorns, to dinosaur bones creating rumours of dragons, there is an interesting story behind every magical beast. This beautifully-illustrated fantasy book for kids is wonderful for children who like to delve into enchanting stories and magical creatures.

Download or read book The Mythical Creatures Bible written by Brenda Rosen and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2009-02 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mythical creatures that come from the land, sea, air, and beyond your wildest imagination ... -- p.[4] of cover.

Download or read book Mythical Beings written by Jay Ansill and published by Harper Perennial. This book was released on 1992 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acclaimed origami expert Jay Ansill demonstrates how to create 15 innovative and exciting models--including dragons, wizards, and unicorns--using basic paper folds and techniques developed over the last 20 years. Features clear instructions and beautiful 4-color photographs by Mark Hill.

Download or read book Mythical Creatures and Magical Beasts written by Zayden Stone and published by . This book was released on 2021-09 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What made Athena furious with a local weaver that she transformed her into Greek mythology's first spider woman, Arachne? What is the tall tale behind Filipino folklore's sea serpent Bakunawa, who flies through the night skies devouring moons? What is the symbolism behind French folktale's infamous night rider, Cheval Mallet? We have all been exposed to a mythological beast in one form or another. Whether it is the three headed guard dog Fluffy in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, or even the story of Smaug in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth in The Hobbit; all these pop culture mythical creatures have a deep connection to the mythologies and folktales of ancient cultures. Where did they come from? What relevance do they serve in mythology? Why are some so obscure, while others become pop-culture enigmas? Get the answer to these questions, and learn about beasts from different world cultures. Folklorist Zayden Stone dives deep into the stories of these magical beasts and provides a fictional anecdote, a retelling of the original myths, an analysis of the symbolism and relevance of the creatures, and then pairs it with some beautiful black and white illustrations reimagined by artist Herdhian. In the Mythical Creatures and Mythological Beasts book, the illustrated guide takes you through six themes that have been specifically chosen since they are consistent across cultures. The categories include: arthropods for insects, crustaceans, and arachnids; avian for birds; canines for wolves and dogs; serpents for snakes and dragons; ungulates for hooved animals like horses and cows; and aquatic for water dwelling beasts. Presenting the creatures in categories makes it easier to see what the beasts have in common. You will find some overlapping themes across ancient cultures that point to universal ideas in how humans perceive the world. If you wonder where your favorite creature is, you will probably find them within these pages, even if they do not have their own chapter. For example, the ever-popular Pegasus can be found in the tale of the Gorgon sisters. He also had a half-brother, Arion, who features in the ungulates section. There is also a brilliant white-winged horse from Islamic tradition which may sound very familiar to Pegasus as well. 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.

Download or read book A History of Mythical Beings written by Frederick Holiday and published by Frederick Holiday. This book was released on 2021-07-29 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A history of mythical beings. * Learn about mythical beings.

Download or read book Mythic Beings written by Gary Wyatt and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The power of their art comes from its deep roots in an ancient culture that is rich in ceremonial and aesthetic traditions. The mythic beings depicted in these 75 works belong to the undersea, sky, mortal and spirit worlds: Raven, Thunderbird, Killer whale, the chief of the undersea, Moon, Volcano Woman and many more. Their adventures are told in oral histories passed down through generations. Here, these myths and mythic beings take shape as model totem poles, jewellery, carved and painted boxes, painted drums, rattles, ceremonial robes and masks�as well as sculpture in argillite, wood and glass. Some of the beings are represented by works by different artists or in different media, providing a glimpse of the richness and resonance of an art strongly connected to myth and spirituality. The challenge facing artists today is to interpret myths in ways that combine innovation and tradition. That Northwest Coast art continues to flourish both in its original cultural context and in the international art world is a measure of their success. Gary Wyatt's introduction outlines the integral place of art in the ceremonial and spiritual life of Northwest Coast societies. He provides insights into the cosmology of the Northwest Coast, as well as retelling some of the major myths. In addition, each work is accompanied by the artist's own words describing its meaning, cultural significance and creation.

Download or read book Monsters and Mythical Creatures from Around the World written by Heather Frigiola and published by Red Feather. This book was released on 2019-11-28 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mythical creatures are cultural artifacts--creations of the human imagination from all around the world. From terrifying monsters to sacred mystical beasts, weird-looking humanoids, magical birds, and many other fantastic beings, the mythological creatures in this book are sure to enchant and amaze! Discover myths and legends spanning from ancient times to modern day from every corner of the globe. Learn the cultural origins of 240 different mythical creatures, captured in ten chapters and 100 colorful illustrations. You will find terrifying bogey monsters as well as benevolent guardians. Meet creatures that symbolize obstacles to overcome, ones that explain the occurrence of disease, some that ward away evil, and others that were created simply for amusement. Explore mythology from the Middle East, Africa, India, Japan, Mexico, Europe, Polynesia, and beyond. This guide is a ticket to travel the world and discover its strangest magical beasts from the safety of your own home

Download or read book Children s Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Monsters written by DK and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2011-09-01 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the amazing adventures of heroes and monsters. The Children's Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Monsters is the latest in the series that includes the successful Children's Book of Art and Children's Book of Music. From early Aboriginal dreamtime to the legends of the Aztecs, this colourful and vibrant introduction to myths will help your child to discover storytelling from different cultures. All the classic myths are retold in the Children's Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Monsters. Eyecatching pages introduce your child to epic tales such as Theseus and the Minotaur and the rise and fall of Atlantis. It's a mythical and magical tour not to be missed.

Download or read book Cryptozoology A To Z written by Loren Coleman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate quest for the world's most mysterious creatures The Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, the Abominable Snowman -- these are the names of the elusive beasts that have caught the eye and captured the imaginations of people around the world for centuries. Recently, tales of these "monsters" have been corroborated by an increase in sightings, and out of these legends a new science has been born: cryptozoology -- the study of hidden animals. Cryptozoology A to Z, the first encyclopedia of its kind, contains nearly two hundred entries, including cryptids (the name given to these unusual beasts), new animal finds, and the explorers and scientists who search for them. Loren Coleman, one of the world's leading cryptozoologists, teams up with Jerome Clark, editor and author of several encyclopedias, to provide these definitive descriptions and many never-before-published drawings and photographs from eyewitnesses' detailed accounts. Full of insights into the methods of these scientists, exciting tales of discovery, and the history and evolution of this field, Cryptozoology A to Z is the most complete reference ever of the newest zoological science.

Download or read book Monsters written by David D. Gilmore and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 2012-05-26 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The human mind needs monsters. In every culture and in every epoch in human history, from ancient Egypt to modern Hollywood, imaginary beings have haunted dreams and fantasies, provoking in young and old shivers of delight, thrills of terror, and endless fascination. All known folklores brim with visions of looming and ferocious monsters, often in the role as adversaries to great heroes. But while heroes have been closely studied by mythologists, monsters have been neglected, even though they are equally important as pan-human symbols and reveal similar insights into ways the mind works. In Monsters: Evil Beings, Mythical Beasts, and All Manner of Imaginary Terrors, anthropologist David D. Gilmore explores what human traits monsters represent and why they are so ubiquitous in people's imaginations and share so many features across different cultures. Using colorful and absorbing evidence from virtually all times and places, Monsters is the first attempt by an anthropologist to delve into the mysterious, frightful abyss of mythical beasts and to interpret their role in the psyche and in society. After many hair-raising descriptions of monstrous beings in art, folktales, fantasy, literature, and community ritual, including such avatars as Dracula and Frankenstein, Hollywood ghouls, and extraterrestrials, Gilmore identifies many common denominators and proposes some novel interpretations. Monsters, according to Gilmore, are always enormous, man-eating, gratuitously violent, aggressive, sexually sadistic, and superhuman in power, combining our worst nightmares and our most urgent fantasies. We both abhor and worship our monsters: they are our gods as well as our demons. Gilmore argues that the immortal monster of the mind is a complex creation embodying virtually all of the inner conflicts that make us human. Far from being something alien, nonhuman, and outside us, our monsters are our deepest selves.

Download or read book Giants Monsters and Dragons written by Carol Rose and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2001-12-04 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains alphabetically arranged entries that describe the imaginary creatures found in legends, religions, folklore, oral history, and theologies around the world.

Download or read book 100 Mythical Creatures for Curious People written by Luke Marsh and published by Book Bound Studios. This book was released on 2023-09-08 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unleash your imagination and embark on a thrilling journey through the world of mythical creatures! "100+ Mythical Creatures for Curious People" is a groundbreaking non-fiction page-turner that delves into the fascinating world of mythical beings. Written by Luke Marsh, a renowned mythologist and storyteller, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of over a hundred mythical creatures from various cultures and periods that will ignite your curiosity and broaden your understanding of mythology. In this captivating guide, Luke Marsh draws on extensive research and a lifelong passion for mythology to provide detailed descriptions, intriguing origins, and cultural significance of each creature. With "100+ Mythical Creatures for Curious People", readers will: - Gain a deep understanding of the rich tapestry of mythical beings. - Discover the enduring legacy of ancient, European, Asian, African, American, Oceanic, and hybrid mythical creatures. -Explore the role of mythical creatures in modern culture and media. -Unravel the major themes and findings in mythical narratives. - Understand the impact of mythical creatures on society and culture. "100+ Mythical Creatures for Curious People" is perfect for mythology enthusiasts, fantasy lovers, and curious minds looking to delve into the enchanting world of mythical creatures. With its detailed descriptions, compelling storytelling, and comprehensive coverage, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to expand their knowledge and understanding of mythology. Don't miss the opportunity to embark on a thrilling journey through the world of mythical creatures with the help of "100+ Mythical Creatures for Curious People". Order your copy today and start exploring the fascinating world of mythology!

Download or read book Mythic Creatures written by Mark A. Norell and published by Sterling Signature. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on the American Museum of Natural History exhibition "Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids," curated by Dr. Mark A. Norrell, this stunning volume explores an array of mythological creatures and the real animals that inspired them. For thousands of years, humans everywhere sometimes inspired by living animals or even fossils have brought imaginary creatures to life in stories, songs, and pictures. Based on the popular AMNH traveling exhibition "Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids," this volume explores everything from the powerful dragon to the soaring phoenix, tracing them through legend and natural history. Glowing photos showcase rare objects from around the world as well as models of creatures like dragons, unicorns, and krakens, along with fossils of actual extinct animals such as the six-foot-tall primate called "Gigantopithecus" and "Aepyornis," a bird that stood over nine feet tall. Also included are maps, drawings, and ephemera from the Middle Ages to modern times. Today, these legendary beings continue to thrill, terrify, and enchant us."

Download or read book An Illustrated Guide to Mythical Creatures written by Anita Ganeri and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MYTHOLOGICAL BEINGS. Welcome to the dangerous world of myth where adventurous heroes risk life and limb on perilous quests! Witness noble warriors seeking to gain fame and fortune as they fight each other for the world's most beautiful women. Accompany heroic supermen as they take on evil monsters and enormous giants. Applaud the courage of those who battle and defeat the powers of evil! Using the magic of 3-D computer-generated art - the kind used by Hollywood's top special-effects experts - noted British illustrator David West creates a visually stunning world where you can relive the fantastic feats and journeys of mythical heroes from around the world. Grab your sword and shield, and discover why An Illustrated Guide to Mythical Heroes is the most visually intense handbook about legendary warriors you'll ever read! Ages 7+.

Download or read book Legendary Creatures written by Adam Auerbach and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Sculpting Mythical Creatures out of Polymer Clay written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Mythical written by Laurie Bowler and published by Laurie Bowler. This book was released on 2024-03-03 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's illegal for mythical beings and humans to be together. However, laws can be broken. When human Ezekiel is discovered meandering the Elflands, the punishment for such an infringement between the species is certain death. Frantically, he lies to the mythical beings about his true intentions and reasons for being in the Elflands in the hope they will spare his life. A mythical being, Jenilia has zero faith in Ezekiel, not simply because he is human but because he speaks the language of man. In this language, lying is easy, but it is impossible in Elvish, her native tongue. Using her instincts alone, Jenilia decides to allow Ezekiel to live, teach him her native language, and then uncover the truth. Only during their journey together do they realise their true intentions towards each other, which are forbidden by the laws of the land. However, so much more is revealed when Ezekiel stumbles upon a sinister plot that threatens the Elflands and the mythical beings that despise his entire race. The fate of the Elflands is in the palm of his hands. Whichever decision Ezekiel makes affects not only him but Jenilia as well. Will he put his own life at risk to save a race that despises humans? Should he risk everything he's ever known to save the Elflands? You can find out in this fast-paced, thrilling fantasy novel, Mythical.