Shipping Through the Holidays β˜€οΈπŸ“¦

New Year, New You Sale β˜€οΈ- Up to 20% off 500+ books!

Freaky Folklore

Terrifying Tales of the World's Most Elusive Monsters and Enigmatic Cryptids
3.73 goodreads logo

Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.

Check link for latest rating.
( 342 ratings, 116 reviews)
Brief Description
Discover the history and culture of over 50 of the most fearsome mythical creatures to capture the human imagination in this startlingly illustrated compendium. Accompanied by illustrations of each beast, Freaky Folklore is your guide to the world's most terrifying beings, from ancient times to today.... Read More
Format: Hardback
$4500
FAST NZ-WIDE DELIVERY Ships from our Auckland Warehouse. In-store pickups from our Auckland store.

Found a better price? Request a price match

Freaky Folklore

Freaky Folklore reveals the history and culture of over 50 ancient and modern mythological beasts and creatures from around the world.

Β 

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Discover the history and culture of over 50 of the most fearsome mythical creatures to capture the human imagination in this startlingly illustrated compendium. Accompanied by illustrations of each beast, Freaky Folklore is your guide to the world's most terrifying beings, from ancient times to today.

Hosts from Eeriecast, the leading horror podcast network, present the most frighteningβ€”and entertainingβ€”tales of these mysterious creatures, revealing everything you need to know. This beautifully creepy collection is filled with wicked monsters, including:

Chupacabra: A legendary monster that is said to drain the blood of livestock throughout Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the US Southwest.

Jersey Devil: Said to have been created due to a mother's curse upon her newborn in the Pine Barrens of southern New Jersey, USA.

Kelpie: A shape-shifting water horse told of in Celtic folklore. Whatever form it takes, it is said to lure its victims to their watery graves.

Moehau: A cryptid from Māori mythology, it stands up to 8 feet tall and can be very aggressive when encountered.

Kuchisake-onna: From Japanese folklore, Kuchisake-onna is a yokai with deep gashes that form a haunting smile across her face. Should you happen to meet her, she will ask you a questionβ€”and you had better answer it correctly.

Dogman: A werewolf or werewolf-type creature first reported in 1887 in Wexford County, Michigan. Dogman sightings have been reported in several locations throughout Michigan, primarily in the northwestern quadrant of the Lower Peninsula.

Freaky Folklore has the stories, culture, and illustrations for you to be on the lookout for these beasts. Dive into the world of mythology and find what makes each creature unique.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781577154419

Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 12 September 2024

Country: United States

Imprint: Wellfleet Press,U.S.

Illustration: 100+ color illustrations

Contributors:

  • With Carman Carrion

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Darkness Prevails is a spooky storyteller extraordinaire hailing from the Ozarks of Arkansas. When he's not busy spinning yarns about things that go bump in the night on Eeriecast: The Horror Podcast Network or on his wildly successful YouTube channel, Darkness Prevails, he can often be found wandering through the misty woods, searching for evidence of Bigfoot (or at least an excuse to use his night-vision goggles). Despite his fascination with the unknown, Darkness Prevails is also a devoted family man. He is the proud father ofΒ two terrors-in-training. His wife, who may or may not be a vampire, supports his creepy pursuits and even helps him research his latest hair-raising tales. With a love for all things spooky and a knack for making even the bravest of souls quiver in their boots, Darkness Prevails is a force to be reckoned with in the horror genre. So, turn off the lights, grab a flashlight, and get ready for a frightfully good time. Carman Carrion is a name synonymous with the eerie and mysterious realms of folklore and horror. As the esteemed writer and host of the popular podcasts Freaky Folklore and Destination Terror, Carman has spent a lifetime immersed in the spine-tingling tales that have captured the human imagination for generations. Working as a dedicated contributor to the Eeriecast Podcast Network, Carman's dulcet voice and captivating storytelling have brought chilling narratives to life for countless listeners.

Also by Darkness Prevails

View all

More from Science & Nature

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.