legends

In this continuation of "Mythos," Stephen Fry recounts the stories of the human heroes found in Greek mythology, with illustrations of classical art inspired by the myths.

While exploring your campsite deep in the mountains, a whoosh sound overhead makes you look up. Was that a large bird? No, it looked more like... a huge, flying lizard?! In this book, you'll read all about the elusive dragon--learn about its history, discover fun facts, and test your knowledge with a quiz! You may know that some dragons can breathe fire, but what else makes these creatures so dangerous? Where do they live? And what other magical abilities do they have?.

An illustrated exploration of characters, themes, and cultural significance of numerous myths and legends from around the world.

Simple text, illustrations, and photographs briefly introduce learning readers to the concept of cryptids--creatures whose existence can neither be proven nor disproved--and showcases some of the more well-known examples of cryptids, like Big Foot and the Loch Ness Monster. Includes a glossary.

Presents stories of the Loch Ness Monster in Scotland, examining the evidence of various explanations and hoaxes surrounding this legend. Includes photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

"In 1995 Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, on a rare family vacation, 7-year-old Nainoa Flores falls overboard a cruise ship into the Pacific Ocean. When a shiver of sharks appears in the water, everyone fears for the worst. But instead, Noa is gingerly delivered to his mother in the jaws of a shark, marking his story as the stuff of legends. Nainoa's family, struggling amidst the collapse of the sugarcane industry, hails his rescue as a sign of favor from ancient Hawaiian gods--a belief that appears validated after he exhibits puzzling new abilities. But as time passes, this supposed divine favor begins to drive the family apart . . . When supernatural events revisit the Flores family in Hawaii--with tragic consequences--they are all forced to reckon with the bonds of family, the meaning of heritage, and the cost of survival"--Provided by publisher.

"Robin of Locksley is dead. Maid Marian doesn't know how she will go on, but the people of Locksley town, persecuted by the Sheriff of Nottingham, need a protector. And the dreadful Guy of Gisborne, the Sheriff's right hand, wishes to step into Robin's shoes as Lord of Locksley and Marian's fianc?. Who is there to stop them? Marian never meant to tread in Robin's footsteps--never intended to stand as a beacon of hope to those awaiting his triumphant return. But with a sweep of this green cloak and the flash of her sword, Marian makes the choice to become her own hero--Robin Hood"--Provided by publisher.

Examines 12 creepy urban legends. Each spread provides information about a legend and how it came to be talked about.

Cupboards open and shut by themselves. Could it just be the wind? Or is it a ghost? A man dressed in clothing from the Revolutionary War is seen wandering an old fort. Is it a prank, or a lost soul? Explore spooky unanswered questions like these and many others, in Hauntings, part of Full Tilt's Origins: Urban Legends series. The origin of exorcisms is examined, and eyewitness accounts are discussed. Readers will also learn about Jerome, Arizona, where an entire town has been haunted for many years by the same ghost.

"Tall tales of horror that pass down through the ages. We take comfort in the knowledge they are only stories. Except the urban legend has a history. No one knows where they come from or why they persist. Maybe it's because they are true? Thirteenurban legends old and new [are presented in this book]"--Provided by publisher.