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Trace global mythology in an atmospheric folklore journey where legendary monsters meet real human history. Perfect for an evening commute, this captivating exploration reveals how ancient societies mapped their deepest anxieties onto dragons, vampires, and shape-shifting beasts. Whether winding...

The human mind needs monsters. In every culture and in every epoch in human history, from ancient Egypt to modern Hollywood, imaginary beings have haunted dreams and fantasies, provoking in young and old shivers of delight, thrills of terror, and endless fascination. In Monsters: Evil Beings, Mythical Beasts, and All Manner of Imaginary Terrors, anthropologist David D. Gilmore explores what human traits monsters represent and why they are so ubiquitous in people's imaginations and share so many features across different cultures.

Uncover how a deadly apex predator transformed into human history’s ultimate symbol of imperial power and divine rule. Journey from the sun-baked African savannas to the opulent courts of ancient empires in this epic historical exploration. Witness the fascinating collision of raw wildlife...