Mysterious Creatures: The Truth Behind the Legends

Author:   David Alderton (Author) ,  Akara Heart (Writer, artist, dancer)
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
ISBN:  

9781538193860


Pages:   232
Publication Date:   14 May 2026
Recommended Age:   From 12 to 18 years
Format:   Hardback
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Mysterious Creatures: The Truth Behind the Legends


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Author:   David Alderton (Author) ,  Akara Heart (Writer, artist, dancer)
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Imprint:   Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN:  

9781538193860


ISBN 10:   1538193868
Pages:   232
Publication Date:   14 May 2026
Recommended Age:   From 12 to 18 years
Audience:   Young adult ,  Teenage / Young adult
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Not yet available   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Introduction 1. Unicorn 2. Mermaid 3. Dragon 4. Phoenix 5. Vampire 6. Werewolf (Dogman) 7. Bigfoot/Sasquatch 8. Thunderbird Acknowledgments Notes About the Authors

Reviews

Wondrous. Alderton and Heart show us that the natural world is just as magical and mysterious as the mythical creatures that have delighted us for centuries. -- Caroline Young, author An enjoyable and fascinating exploration of cryptozoology, vampirism, and lycanthropy, which eruditely reveals the surprising truth behind many of the world’s legendary creatures. -- Dr. Keith Souter, medical journalist and novelist An enjoyable delve into the significance and symbolism of our favorite mythical creatures. This fascinating book uncovers the evolution of these legends and the truths that created them. -- Bethany Straker, illustrator and author If you’ve always wanted to catch a unicorn or a mermaid, this book is essential reading. -- Ged Adamson, children’s author and illustrator


Author Information

David Alderton is well known for his books on animals, which have sold some seven million copies worldwide in more than 30 languages. His titles for younger readers include Quest for New Animals and Breakfast with a Bigfoot. David has also been involved in many radio and television programs about animals. He lives in Sussex. Akara Heart is a writer, artist, and dancer whose work has long been inspired by animals, particularly mythical ones. She has previously worked with David on a variety of film and print projects involving animals. She lives in Glastonbury.

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