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Dragons, Unicorns and Other Magical Beasts

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Magical beasts have been the intriguing ingredients of fantasy and folk tales around the world for many centuries. Here is an opportunity to become acquainted with these unique creatures from the legends and lore of Europe, Asia, Africa and America. In a dictionary fashioned after a medieval bestiary, more than sixty fabulous birds and beasts are described both in words and striking pictures. There is also a collection of unusual stories and verses, including tales of the mischievous pooka of Ireland, the Chinese dragon and his terrible temper, England's deceptive hedley kow and the simurgh, the wonder bird of Persia.

This remarkable excursion into the world of magical beasts is a companion volume to Fairy Elves, which explores the fascinating world of magical people.

Language: English

Pages: 96

Format: Library Binding

Release: January 01, 1966

Dragons, Unicorns and Other Magical Beasts

3.8/5 ( ratings)

Magical beasts have been the intriguing ingredients of fantasy and folk tales around the world for many centuries. Here is an opportunity to become acquainted with these unique creatures from the legends and lore of Europe, Asia, Africa and America. In a dictionary fashioned after a medieval bestiary, more than sixty fabulous birds and beasts are described both in words and striking pictures. There is also a collection of unusual stories and verses, including tales of the mischievous pooka of Ireland, the Chinese dragon and his terrible temper, England's deceptive hedley kow and the simurgh, the wonder bird of Persia.

This remarkable excursion into the world of magical beasts is a companion volume to Fairy Elves, which explores the fascinating world of magical people.

Language: English

Pages: 96

Format: Library Binding

Release: January 01, 1966

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