The Second Book in the Legendary Lores Series As a child, Zayden Stone watched his friends play with action figurines, while he was swallowed up by the world of mythology. He let the stories of ancient cultures transport him to an imaginary world where magical beasts roamed the planet freely. It has been a life long dream of Zayden’s to combine all the creatures that he has grown up reading about, into a comprehensive illustrated guide for others. The second book is an ode to his own childhood and dedicated to all those fascinated by ancient tales, and the creatures that dwell within. This is Zayden's second book in his Legendary Lores series and plans to continue to write stories about myths and folklores from ancient cultures. Stay tuned for other books in the Legendary Lores series in 2022! The First Book in the Series If you haven't already don't forget to check out Volume 1 of this book where Zayden Stone covers a range of different mythical creatures and magical beasts - the book that started it all! We have all been exposed to a mythological beast in one form or another. Whether it is the three headed guard dog Fluffy in J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series, or even the story of Smaug in J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle Earth in The Hobbit; all these pop culture mythical creatures have a deep connection to the mythologies and folktales of ancient cultures. Where did they come from? What relevance do they serve in mythology? Why are some so obscure, while others become pop-culture enigmas? Get the answer to these questions, and learn about beasts from different world cultures in the first volume of the series. Grab Both Volumes! Make sure to grab both volumes for your reading pleasure! Both exclusively available on Amazon! Feel free to share your thoughts and let us know what you think about the books in your review! In both volumes, folklorist Zayden Stone dives deep into the stories of these magical beasts and provides, a fictional anecdote, a retelling of the original myths,, an analysis of the symbolism and relevance of the creatures, and then pairs it with some beautiful black and white illustrations reimagined by artist Herdhian. In the Mythical Creatures and Mythological Beasts books, the illustrated guide takes you through six themes that have been specifically chosen since they are consistent across cultures including arthropods, avian, canines, serpents, ungulates and aquatic for water dwelling beasts. Themes in the Book The book is divided into six sections based on themes. This includes: arthropods, aviary beasts, canines, serpents, ungulates and aquatic creatures! Some of the Mythical Beasts You Will Come Across in This Book Africa's Favorite Spider of Mischief Anansi is a mischievous spider from West Africa and features in many stories that explain moral values and good behavior, such as sharing wisdom. Check out other African mythical beings in this book! Norse Myth's Malice Striker Níðhöggr gnaws at the roots of the sacred Yggdrasil. The serpent is depicted with a long wingless body in mottled greens and browns. Gain insight into the most common theme - the serpent - across different ancient cultures! Japanese Folklore's Spider Yokai Japan's Jorōgumo, translates to ‘binding bride’, and is one of the most famous creatures from around the world. Learn about other Asian mythical beasts in Zayden Stone's second book! Greek Myth's Infamous Sea Monster Scylla had six heads on long serpentine necks that would dart out of the cave and snatch sailors to devour. Each mouth had three rows of shark-like teeth. ...and that is just the beginning of her tall tale. Find out more in the book! Check out Some of the Interior Pages Illustrated Chapters Each chapter comes with an illustration! Reimagined by artist Herdhian, the creatures are brought back to life through artwork. Fictional Anecdote Each chapter starts with a fictional anecdote involving the mythological beast! Imagine it to be like a short short story. Non-Fictional Retelling The chapters continue with a non-fiction based re-telling of the beasts' origins and symbolism in mythology and folklore. Thank You! Thank you for your interest in this book! I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I loved writing it. I have many other books planned for the Legendary Lores series, so make sure to stay tuned! This series is dedicated to all those wide-eyed and ever curious souls. I hope I can provide you an addition to your love for lore., and I hope this book brings you the same joy that other books in my childhood brought me. I hope your piqued interest allows these timeless tales to live on forever. Stay curious...always! - Zayden Stone
✔ Author(s): Zayden Stone
✔ Title: Mythical Creatures and Magical Beasts: An Illustrated Book of Monsters from Timeless Folktales, Folklore and Mythology: Volume 2 (Legendary Lores)
✔ Rating : 4.3 out of 5 base on (183 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: B09M5L9YTL
✔ ISBN-13: 978B09M5L9YT3
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Mythical Creatures and Magical Beasts by Zayden Stone
Jillian Neel
The world-building in this book was simply phenomenal. I was transported to a different realm and felt like I was part of the characters' journey. The attention to detail made it all so immersive.
Lucy Garraway
I must confess, this book made me shed tears like never before. The themes of love, loss, and resilience struck a chord with my soul. It was an emotional journey I'm grateful to have taken.
Josephine Alvarez
This is a book I'll cherish and recommend to everyone. It touched my soul and made me reflect on life's profound mysteries.
