Bibliograph

Legendary creatures, mythical beasts and spirits from around the world, Adam Auerbach

Type

Label

Legendary creatures, mythical beasts and spirits from around the world, Adam Auerbach

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 48)

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

no index present

Intended audience

Ages 4-9 years, Little, Brown and Company

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Legendary creatures

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1268542970

Responsibility statement

Adam Auerbach

Sub title

mythical beasts and spirits from around the world

Summary

"An imaginative picture book collection featuring twenty mythical creatures drawn from diverse cultural traditions"--, Provided by publisher"From the vicious three-headed Chimera of ancient Greece to the peaceful Navagunjara of India-- a creature made fro parts from nine different animals--to the awe-inspiring dragons of Europe and East Asia, this exciting introduction to mythological creatures celebrates the wondrous beings featured in stories from all over the world. Including a vast array of fierce monsters, powerful spirits, ancient gods, and helpful beasts, Legendary Creatures is the perfect primer to engage young readers interested in the fascinating world of mythology." -- inside front jacket flap

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- Alicanto -- Apep -- Baku -- Bulgae -- Chimera -- Cipactli -- Dragons -- Fenrir -- Golem -- Griffin -- Te Ika a Maui -- Khodumodumo -- Merfolk -- Mimi -- Mishipeshu -- Navagunjara -- Phoenix -- Roc -- Scorpion People -- Unicorns -- Interesting Creature Notes for the Curious -- Sources

Target audience

juvenile

Classification