Mythical creatures

Explores how dragons have been portrayed in the myths of various cultures throughout history and discusses the beliefs and superstitions surrounding their existence.

Explains what mythical creatures are, relates the werewolf myth, looks at tales of werewolves around the world, and considers the question of whether werewolves could really exist.

Presents information about vampires, discussing the characteristics and close relatives of these mythical creatures, the ways that people of various countries have portrayed them, and whether or not they could actually exist.

Explores references to unicorns in ancient texts, describing their physical features, their behaviors, the powers attributed to their horns, and their religious symbolism in medieval times, and discusses animals that may have been mistaken for the creature.

Explores how mermaids have been portrayed in the myths of various cultures throughout history and discusses the beliefs and superstitions surrounding their existence.

Explores how fairies have been portrayed in the myths of various cultures throughout history and discusses the beliefs and superstitions surrounding their existence.