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Monsters and Water Beasts: Creatures of Fact or Fiction?

by Karen Miller

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Mythical beasts or real creatures? You decide!

Big Foot, Moth Man, the Sea Serpent of Gloucester. These are just a few of the mythical beasts uncovered in this intriguing collection of extraordinary creatures. Firsthand accounts and the opinions of scientists weave together a fascinating web of fact and legend. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, you’ll find much to ponder in the lore surrounding these monsters.

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About the Author

Karen Miller is a former journalist. She lives in Burnsville, North Carolina. This is her first book for young readers.

Sergio Ruzzier has illustrated several books for young readers. His illustrations have appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.

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Product Details

ISBN:
9780805079029
Subtitle:
Creatures of Fact or Fiction?
Author:
Miller, Karen
Illustrator:
Ruzzier, Sergio
Publisher:
Henry Holt & Company
Subject:
Controversial Knowledge
Subject:
Legends, Myths, & Fables - General
Subject:
Folklore & Mythology
Subject:
Mermaids
Subject:
Unexplained Phenomena
Subject:
Sea monsters
Subject:
Animals, mythical
Publication Date:
May 2007
Binding:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Illustrations:
YES
Pages:
88
Dimensions:
8.80x6.38x.58 in. .85 lbs.
Age Level:
08-12
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