Monstrous Tales
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Monstrous Tales is a collection of traditional folktales about
bewitching and bloodthirsty creatures. Translated and transcribed
in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these tales celebrate
the diversity of-and surprising resonances among-folklore
traditions around the world. Welcome to a world of magical
adventure: a mysterious wolf pursues a bridegroom through a dark
forest, a princess is trapped in a monster's body, and a dragon is
coming with a storm in its wake.* The tales come alive alongside
spellbinding contemporary art by Chinese illustrator Sija Hong. *
Each story transports readers to a different enthralling world. *
Part of the popular Tales series, featuring Tales of Japan, Celtic
Tales, and Tales of IndiaAs readers roam from Japan to Nigeria and
Ireland to Guyana, they'll witness deadly pacts, heroic feats, and
otherworldly journeys.Features tales from Australia, China,
Estonia, Finland, France, Great Sioux Nation, Guyana, Iceland,
India, Inuit Nunangat, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Nigeria, Philippines,
Pueblo of Isleta, Scotland, South Africa, Syria, Turkey, and
Ukraine. * A special illustrated edition, complete with an
embossed, textured case and a ribbon marker * Perfect gift for
fairy tale and folklore lovers, fans of monsters and creatures,
collectors of illustrated classics, adults and teens alike, and
bibliophiles * A visually gorgeous book that will be at home on the
shelf or on the coffee table * Great for those who enjoyed books
like Through the Woods by Emily Carroll, The World of Lore:
Monstrous Creatures by Aaron Mahnke, and Giants, Monsters, and
Dragons: An Encyclopedia of Folklore, Legend, and Myth by Carol
Rose