{"product_id":"9781925017458","title":"Monsters and Creatures: Discover Beasts from Lore and Legends","description":"\u003cp\u003eHave you ever wanted to track Bigfoot? Slay a dragon? Introduce yourself to a vampire?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the author of \u003ci\u003eGods and Goddesses\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMonsters and Creatures\u003c\/i\u003e delves into the legends of some of the world's best-known and most bizarre magical beasts and ghastly creations, revealing the facts and the fictions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore the real-life origins of some of the strangest creatures ever encountered in the murky depths and enchanted forests--and even lurking under your bed. Discover the real werewolves of medieval Europe, glimpse the magical history of the famed unicorn, and encounter the terrifying bloodsucking dogs of Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than a bestiary, this carefully researched book documents the mythologies, sightings, and origins of over 100 weird and wonderful beasties from every continent and every time period, including modern monsters stalking us today. All of these creatures have inspired films, books, scientific research, poems, and music, as well as our collective dreams and nightmares. It's time to meet these legendary mythical beasts and find out the amazing true stories behind them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockpool Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47050407477488,"sku":"9781925017458","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781925017458_p0.jpg?v=1763634094","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781925017458","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}