Monsters (KidHaven Press)
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Medusa
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Centaurs
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5) Griffins
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Pub. Date
[2008]
Description
The history and lore of the Griffin, a cross between a lion and an eagle, believed by the ancient Greeks and Romans to be found deep in the deserts of central Asia.
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Killer sharks
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7) The kraken
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Pub. Date
[2008]
Description
Describes the legends and tales of the sea monster known as the kraken and how it was discovered that giant squids actually exist; recounts encounters with the giant squid; and discusses how the kraken is portrayed in popular culture.
8) Martians
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Pub. Date
c2008
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Discusses martians and their lasting appeal in film and other popular culture.
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Mermaids
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The minotaur
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Robots
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12) Sirens
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Pub. Date
c2008
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Examines the history of the sirens, half-women, half-birds, who lured sailors to their deaths with their irresistible voices, and relates their encounter with Jason and Odysseus.
13) The sphinx
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Pub. Date
[2008]
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Explores the apperance of the sphinx in Egyptian sculpture, introduces Egyptian myths and legends about the sphinx, and discusses the role of sphinxes as characters in modern literature.
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Cerberus
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The Grim Reaper
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Hydra
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17) Pegasus
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Pub. Date
[2009]
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Explores the history and origins of Pegasus legends and myths and discusses the creature's depiction in popular culture.
18) Phoenix
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Description
The story of the animal that lives in myths only which began in Egypt and lives on today through myths, legends, and stories of fantastic creatures.
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Genies
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Swamp monsters
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Ogres
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