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Mythical Creatures Bestiary: Norse Mythology & Folklore: Illustrated Encyclopedia of Nordic Gods, Heroes, Monsters, and Beasts from Ancient Northern C

Mythical Creatures Bestiary: Norse Mythology & Folklore: Illustrated Encyclopedia of Nordic Gods, Heroes, Monsters, and Beasts from Ancient Northern C

Baliński, Oskar

Paperback

Series: Legendary Creatures

General Fiction

ISBN13: 9798255509348
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 7 2026
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.91
Height: 0.37 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English

Mythical Creatures Bestiary: Norse Mythology & Folklore

This large-format illustrated bestiary explores the world of Norse mythology through gods, beings, and creatures preserved in ancient texts, oral traditions, poetic sources, and long-standing northern legends. Rather than modern fantasy inventions or fictional reinterpretations, the book presents these figures as they have been described, remembered, and understood within the mythological traditions of the Norse world.

Each entry is built around established descriptions found in early sources, traditional narratives, and mythological accounts, focusing on how these beings were perceived within the structure of the cosmos, natural forces, and cultural belief systems of the North. Where interpretations differ between sources or periods, the book presents a clear and balanced interpretation based on the most widely recognized characteristics, offering clarity while preserving the depth and complexity of the mythology.

The book is designed as a visual and informational compendium. Every figure is accompanied by a full-color illustration created specifically for this volume. The artwork is based on traditional depictions and textual descriptions rather than modern fantasy aesthetics, emphasizing form, presence, and atmosphere while remaining grounded in the sources that shaped each myth.

This is not a fictional narrative or a dramatized retelling of myths. It is a reference-style bestiary intended for readers interested in Norse mythology, northern folklore, and legendary beings such as Odin, Thor, Loki, Fenrir, Jörmungandr, and other gods, creatures, and entities found within the mythological world of the North. Entries can be read in any order, making the book suitable both for continuous reading and for exploring individual figures.

Printed in a large format, the book is meant to be experienced as a physical object as well as a source of knowledge. The size allows space for detailed illustrations and clear presentation, making it ideal for exploration, learning, and visual immersion.

Why this book stands apart:

- Large-format illustrated volume

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