192 pages | Hardcover |

From Tiamat, a sea dragon from ancient Mesopotamian myths, to the Jabberwock of Lewis Carrolls nonsense poem, here are 85 beastiesshown in stunning illustrationsof folklore and fiction.

How do you slay a dragon? What are the origins of the Loch Ness Monster story? How many heads did Cerberus have? In addition to 45 dragons from Asian, Babylonian, Mediterranean, and Nordic mythology, as well as examples from more recent fantasy literature, like Smaug in TolkiensThe Hobbit, this collection looks at 40 legendary beasts: European werewolves, Chinese giants, Scandinavian serpents, Aztec bats, Inuit wolves, and more. Illustrated with outstanding, full-color art, each spread explores a creatures background, complete with locator maps and information boxes.