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Mythical and Fabulous Creatures: A Source Book and Research Guide

Mythical and Fabulous Creatures: A Source Book and Research Guide

Malcolm South
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For the first time in a single volume, here are extensive descriptions of the best-known creatures of fantasy. The major chapters describe the unicorn, dragon, phoenix, roc, griffin, chimera, basilisk, manticora, mermaids, sirens, harpies, gorgon Medusa, sphinx, minotaur, satyr, centaur, vampire, werewolf, giants and fairies. The historical origin of each creature is described, followed by a presentation of its symbolism, legends, and appearances in history, literature, art and film.

There is also a summary chapter for lesser known creatures, and all can be located by a meticulous index. Excellent bibliographies follow each essay, and a glossary and a taxonomy of creatures are included. The references include Aeschylus, Piers Anthony, Frank Baum, Peter Beagle, Chaucer, Dante, Freud, C. S. Lewis, Picasso, Shakespeare, Tolkien, T. H. White and Yeats.

The audience for this book would include those interested in mythology, fantasy, folklore, art, and mysticism.
Language
English
Pages
393
Format
Paperback
Release
January 01, 1987
ISBN 13
9780872262089

Mythical and Fabulous Creatures: A Source Book and Research Guide

Malcolm South
0/5 ( ratings)
Read Download
For the first time in a single volume, here are extensive descriptions of the best-known creatures of fantasy. The major chapters describe the unicorn, dragon, phoenix, roc, griffin, chimera, basilisk, manticora, mermaids, sirens, harpies, gorgon Medusa, sphinx, minotaur, satyr, centaur, vampire, werewolf, giants and fairies. The historical origin of each creature is described, followed by a presentation of its symbolism, legends, and appearances in history, literature, art and film.

There is also a summary chapter for lesser known creatures, and all can be located by a meticulous index. Excellent bibliographies follow each essay, and a glossary and a taxonomy of creatures are included. The references include Aeschylus, Piers Anthony, Frank Baum, Peter Beagle, Chaucer, Dante, Freud, C. S. Lewis, Picasso, Shakespeare, Tolkien, T. H. White and Yeats.

The audience for this book would include those interested in mythology, fantasy, folklore, art, and mysticism.
Language
English
Pages
393
Format
Paperback
Release
January 01, 1987
ISBN 13
9780872262089

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