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Encyclopedia of Mythical Creatures - Global Mythology: An Illustrated Bestiary of Legendary Beasts, Monsters & Spirits from Around the World.
Hardcover
Series: Mythology & Folklore, Book 1
ISBN13: 9786598718848
Publisher: Gargoyle Collective
Published: Jul 9 2025
Pages: 216
Weight: 2.18
Height: 0.69 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Step into the hidden realms of The Encyclopedia of Mythical Creatures -Global Mythology-an immersive artbook and fantasy reference that brings dragon lore, mermaid legends, and countless other supernatural creatures vividly to life. From the moment you open its pages, you'll travel across deserts, oceans, and cloud-capped peaks, guided by luminous paintings from master illustrator Satoshi Watanabe and prose that bridges ancient legends with modern imagination.
Richly researched yet endlessly readable, this global folklore anthology profiles over 100 cultural myths-from Greek labyrinth guardians and West African river spirits to cryptids stalking Nordic forests. Each entry functions as both story and study: origin tales, epic lore, mythic symbolism, and fresh insights into how these beings still echo through movies, games, and pop culture today. It's a worldbuilding resource and cryptid guide in one beautifully bound collector edition.
The Encyclopedia of Mythical Creatures -Global Mythology reveals how myth answers timeless questions about fear, hope, and identity. From Japanese tales to Cerberus, the three-headed dog, this book will inspire and teach you about myths from around the world. Discover how Pegasus got its wings, what lesson the trickster kitsune hides beneath nine silver tails.
Whether you're crafting a roleplaying campaign, seeking creative inspiration, or simply chasing wonder, this volume delivers a treasure trove of storytelling fuel.
Perfect for gamers, artists, historians, and dreamers alike, this encyclopedia belongs on every coffee table and in every adventurer's pack and myth lover's. Turn the page-your next legendary encounter awaits.
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