the Magnificent Book of Monsters

From the man-eating manticore and the dastardly demon beelzebub to the corpse-munching aztec goddess cōātlīcue and the southern african tokoloshe, monsters from across the globe and many different cultures are brought to life in this large-format volume bursting with detailed full-color images and fascinating facts. Learn why seeing the morrígan means certain death, how to defeat a disembodied flying head, and which ancient greek monster can turn you to stone with a single glance. Dozens of monsters: learn about 36 demons, giants, shapeshifters, gods, goddesses, and human hybrids. Beautifully illustrated: vibrant, detailed images bring these creatures of myth, folklore, and legend to life.