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Encyclopedia of Mythical Creatures - Greek and Roman Mythology: An Illustrated Bestiary of Legendary Beasts, Monsters & Spirits from Ancient Worlds. (Mythology and Folklore) - Softcover
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The Encyclopedia of Mythical Creatures - Greek and Roman Mythology Volume is an essential reference for mythology lovers, worldbuilders, scholars, and fantasy enthusiasts. With 85 meticulously researched entries—from the serpentine Typhon and the triple-bodied Geryon to lesser-known entities like Zelys and the Veritas Serpent—this volume explores the mythological creatures of Ancient Greece and Rome in breathtaking depth.
Every creature is brought vividly to life through:
- Historical context and literary sources from Homer, Hesiod, Ovid, Virgil, and beyond
- Cultural functions and symbolic meanings in ancient religion, ritual, and art
- Unique origin myths and regional variations across the Greek and Roman world
- Interpretations of modern relevance, from literature to role-playing games
- Stunning artwork
Whether you're a mythology researcher, fantasy writer, game designer, or student of classics, this book offers a powerful gateway into a world where gods rode hippocamps, sirens lured ships with song, and marble cities trembled beneath the wings of chthonic horrors.
Perfect for fans of Rick Riordan, Madeline Miller, H.P. Lovecraft, Dungeons & Dragons, and myth-based storytelling, The Mythological Creatures Collection: Greek & Roman Volume is a must-have for anyone seeking authentic lore, rich worldbuilding, and ancient inspiration."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Ziggy Quinete is a writer, journalist, and founder of the Gargoyle Collective - a consortium of artists dedicated to preserving and reimagining the myths that shape human history. His ongoing series, Mythology and Folklore: The Mythical Creatures Collection, is an ambitious exploration of the legendary beasts, spirits, and primal forces that haunt the world's oldest stories. From Norse giants to Roman chimeras, from global dragons to Celtic fae, Ziggy's work blends scholarly rigor with evocative storytelling and striking visual art, creating immersive bestiaries for readers, artists, and dreamers alike. Each volume is both a portal to the past and an invitation to rediscover the imagination that built civilizations.
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