Encyclopedia of Mythical Creatures - Greek and Roman Mythology: Greek and Roman Mythology: An Illustrated Bestiary of Legendary Beasts, Monsters & Spi - Hardback

Discover the legendary beasts, divine hybrids, and forgotten spirits that shaped the ancient world.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 beyondCultural functions and symbolic meanings in ancient religion, ritual, and artUnique origin myths and regional variations across the Greek and Roman worldInterpretations of modern relevance, from literature to role-playing gamesStunning 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.

• | Author: Ziggy Quinete
• | Publisher: Gargoyle Collective
• | Publication Date: Jul 18, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 182 pages
• | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
• | ISBN-10: 6598718880
• | ISBN-13: 9786598718886