A Book of Monsters by Ruth Manning-Sanders is a captivating collection of twelve folktales drawn from cultures around the world, featuring monsters both friendly and fearsome. First published in 1975 and beautifully illustrated by the acclaimed Robin Jacques, this volume is part of Manning-Sanders' beloved and highly collectible "A Book of…" series. With her signature warmth, wit, and masterful storytelling voice, Manning-Sanders breathes vivid life into these timeless tales, where brave heroes face terrifying creatures and good ultimately triumphs over evil. Perfect for reading aloud, sharing across generations, or adding to a folklore library, this book delights children and adults alike with stories that are by turns thrilling, humorous, and deeply satisfying. A must-have for collectors of classic children's literature and lovers of world folklore.

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Ruth Manning-Sanders (1886-1988) was a British author and poet. Born in Swansea, Wales, she studied at the University of Manchester and published poetry with Virginia Woolf's Hogarth Press. She also published novels for adults, young adults, and children. It was her fairy and folk tale collections that brought her lasting fame. She published more than thirty volumes in the series with each organized around themes such as dragons, witches, and mermaids. Her retellings were celebrated for their lively prose and their faithfulness to the original tales. Manning-Sanders lived a long life, passing at the age of 102, and her work remains a beloved resource for readers and storytellers.

Robin Jacques (1920-1995) was a British illustrator renowned for his intricate black and white pen work. Born in London, he had no formal art training but was entirely self-taught. He worked in design and advertising as a teenager. During World War II, he served in the Royal Artillery. After the war he began illustrating books and teaching a variety of universities. Over an almost forty-year career, Jacques illustrated over 100 novels and children's books. He is best known for his collaboration with Ruth Manning-Sanders. His legacy endures through the illustrations the Manning-Sanders' anthologies as well as seven murals of Sherlock Holmes in the Baker Street tube station in London

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