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The Book Of Fabulous Beasts: A Treasury Of Writings From Ancient Times To The Present
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What Do Green Lions, Nineheaded Winged Snakes, Giant Golddigging Ants And Fish In The Shape Of Bishops Have In Common? They All Inhabit This New, Comprehensive Collection Of Strange And Fantastic Beasts. In Excerpts Spanning Millennia And Reflecting The Development Of The Western Imagination Itself, We Encounter Old Favorites Like The Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, Griffin, And Mermaid, As Well As A Host Of Other Bizarre Creatures.Comprising Hundreds Of Wellknown And Obscure Primary Sources Arranged Chronologically By Writer, The Book Of Fabulous Beasts Traces The Development Of Imaginary Animals As They Appear And Reappear In Literary Accounts From The Babylonian Epic Of Creation To Modern Fantasy. From Herodotus To Medieval Bestiaries And Travelers'S Tales, And From Renaissance Heraldry, Alchemy, And Natural Histories To The Fantasy Fiction Of Tolkien, The Author Shows How These Resilient Beastsonce Believed To Be Realhave Transformed And Regenereated Through Time, Surviving Even The Age Of Reason That Banished Them To The Realm Of The Fabulous. With An Extensive General Introduction, Glossary Of Animals, Bibliography, Index, And More Than A Hundred Illustrations From A Babylonian Cylinder Seal Of A God Battling A Dragon To James Thurber'S Drawing Of A Unicorn In A Modern Garden, This Volume Will Be The Standard Reference For Years To Come.The Book Of Fabulous Beasts Is The Rare Combination Of An Exhaustive Source Book And A Delightful Read. Readers Can Browse Excerpts, Trace One Particular Creature As It Develops Through Time And Translation, Or Read This Epic Story Straight Through, Discovering Along The Way As Much About The History And Dreams Of The Human Creature As About The Fanciful Animals On Every Page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Book of Fabulous Beasts'? A: The main theme of 'The Book of Fabulous Beasts' is the exploration of strange and fantastic creatures throughout history, examining how these mythical beings have evolved in literature from ancient times to the present.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: 'The Book of Fabulous Beasts' is authored by Joe Nigg, who has compiled an extensive range of literary sources featuring mythical creatures.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 432 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of fabulous beasts across various literary traditions.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'The Book of Fabulous Beasts' comes in a hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality reading experience.
- Q: When was 'The Book of Fabulous Beasts' published? A: 'The Book of Fabulous Beasts' was published on January 7, 1999.
- Q: Is there an index or glossary included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes a glossary of animals, an index, and a bibliography, making it a useful reference for readers interested in the subject matter.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can be found in the book? A: The book features more than a hundred illustrations, including historical artworks and modern interpretations of mythical creatures.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic research? A: Yes, 'The Book of Fabulous Beasts' compiles primary sources arranged chronologically, making it a valuable resource for academic research on mythical creatures in literature.
- Q: What genre does 'The Book of Fabulous Beasts' belong to? A: 'The Book of Fabulous Beasts' is categorized under anthologies, as it comprises a collection of writings from various authors across different eras.
- Q: What is the condition of the item? A: The item is listed as 'Good' condition, indicating that it has been well-maintained and is suitable for reading.