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Phantasmagoria: A Compendium of Monsters, Myths and Legends

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A Cornucopia..of Mythical Places,.. People, Beings and Beasts

Where does the boogeyman come from?

What creatures feast on faithful men?

How do you defeat a minotaur?

What really riles a dragon?

Where would you find real-life werewolves?

What happened to Atlantis?

From dragons, vampires, werewolves and fairies to flying carpets, lost cities and modern-day mysteries,

this delightful compendium of over 250 weird and wonderful legends, myths and monsters will entertain and astound anyone

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A superbly illustrated guide to the mysteries of myth, legend, and—gulp!—real life.
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About the Author

Terry Breverton is the author of Brevertons Nautical Curiosities (Lyons Press) and numerous other books on subjects such as the sea and pirates. A five-time recipient of the Welsh Books Councils Book of the Month award, he has presented documentaries on the Discovery Channel and the History Channel. 

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ISBN:
9780762770236
Author:
Breverton, Terry
Publisher:
Lyons Press
Subject:
Reference - General
Subject:
Mythology-Folklore and Storytelling
Subject:
Curiosities & Wonders
Edition Description:
Trade Paper
Publication Date:
20110931
Binding:
HARDCOVER
Language:
English
Illustrations:
100 two-color illustrations
Pages:
384
Dimensions:
7.88 x 5.25 in
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