Monsters
Monsters by Lucille Recht Penner, published by Random House in 2009, is a 44-page exploration of the fascinating world of monster legends and lore. This edition presents a captivating overview of how monsters have historically inhabited human imagination, from the minotaur in its labyrinth to the ship-rending kraken. The book delves into the beliefs surrounding these creatures, illustrating how they were once thought to dwell in various natural settings, such as mountaintops and dark forests.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of folklore and mythology, enhanced by beautiful full-color illustrations that complement the easy-to-read text. The book invites exploration into the social science behind these legends, shedding light on why people believed in such creatures. This engaging companion to other works on mythical beings provides insights into the cultural significance of monsters across different societies.
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Beware! Here be monsters!
Monsters have always lurked in people’s nightmares. But long ago, people genuinely believed that they also lurked on mountaintops, in lakes, in caves, and in the darkest corners of the forest. From the minotaur in its labyrinth prison, the basilisk with its stony gaze, the giant elephant-eating roc, the ship-rending kraken, and the smelly foul-mouthed harpies, monsters were large or small, scary or noble. So watch out—here be monsters! Learn about monster legends and lore from around the world, including why people truly believed in them, in this fascinating companion toDragons,Unicorns, andMermaids. Beautiful full-color illustrations accompany the easy-to-read text.
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