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The Magnificent Book of Monsters

By Diana Ferguson
Series: The Magnificent Book of
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The Magnificent Book of Monsters by Diana Ferguson is a delightful children's book that introduces readers to a fantastical world filled with intriguing monsters. Filled with vibrant illustrations and fascinating facts, each page unveils a different creature, combining both myths and modern legends. This engaging collection inspires curiosity and imagination, making it perfect for young adventurers eager to explore the realm of the extraordinary.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by eerie creatures and imaginative storytelling. It offers captivating illustrations and engaging tales of mythical monsters that ignite the curiosity of young minds while providing an educational glimpse into folklore and legend. Perfect for children who love a blend of adventure and mystery.

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The Magnificent Book of Monsters

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Meet ghastly beasts, flesh-eating fiends, shapeshifting spirits, deadly demons, and terrible trolls.

From the man-eating Manticore and the dastardly demon Beelzebub to the corpse-munching Aztec goddess Coatlicue and the southern African tokoloshe, monsters from across the globe and many different cultures are brought to life in this large-format volume bursting with detailed full-color images and fascinating facts.

Learn why seeing the Morrígan means certain death, how to defeat a disembodied flying head, and which ancient Greek monster can turn you to stone with a single glance.

DOZENS OF MONSTERS: Learn about 36 demons, giants, shapeshifters, gods, goddesses, and human hybrids.

BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images bring these creatures of myth, folklore, and legend to life.

FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of fascinating facts in an easy-to-read format that will enthral mythology lovers of all ages.

CLASSROOM TO COFFEE TABLE: This beautiful volume is equally at home on a school bookshelf to support student learning as in a living room to be enjoyed by the whole family.

COLLECT THE SERIES: More fascinating compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Dragons, The Magnificent Book of Cats, The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals, The Magnificent Book of Sharks, and more!

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781681888750

Publisher: Weldon Owen, Incorporated

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 July 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Weldon Owen, Incorporated

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Gonzalo Kenny

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 235.0mm

Height: 305.0mm

Weight: 814g

Pages: 80

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Diana Ferguson Series: The Magnificent Book of Young Adult

About the Author

Diana Ferguson is a writer and editor who has worked for many years in illustrated non-fiction for both adults and children. She has written a number of books on different subjects but myth and folklore remain her passion.

Gonzalo Kenny has a fascination for science fiction, horror, and fantastic universes. His illustrations of fantasy art and conceptual design are published in board games, videogames, trading cards, and in the entertainment and film industry.

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