"Bigfoot, Yeti, and Other Ape-Men" recounts historical and modern cases and sightings of mysterious creatures from various cultures around the world. Although many claims about Bigfoot and similar creatures are backed by scientific evidence, no definitive proof of their existence has yet been discovered. Chapters of this title include: the Arrival of Bigfoot; the Classic Cases; Wild Ape-men Across the World; Sasquatch Science; and, Famous Hoaxes.

This title features a photograph - of a sea serpent or the legendary Loch Ness Monster. "Lake and Sea Monsters" thoroughly explores humanity's fascination with Nessie, sea serpents, and all the other wet wonders of the world, separating fact from fiction by examining ancient legends and myths, contemporary eyewitness stories, and the latest scientific discoveries. Chapters of this title include: Swimming Through Time - Birth of the Sea Monster; Merfolk and Other Scaly Humanoids; Kraken, Giant Squids, and Octopuses; Nessie - Scotland's Sea Monster Superstar; and, Mistake or Fake - Natural...

Defines the practise of shamanism, recounts its role in religion and culture throughout history, and its influence today.

This volume examine the myths and history of the vampire legend, and profiles some modern day "vampires."

Exploring witches and witchcraft throughout the ages, in both folklore and history, this book discusses what people have believed about witches in different time periods, witchcraft practices from different cultures around the world, and how societies have perceived those called withces.

The word 'magic' evokes many ideas, from a stage magician performing illusions to the pyrotechnics of witches and wizards depicted in movies and on television. This book covers the history, practices, and philosophies of magic and alchemy in Western history. It also looks at the tools used by magicians and alchemists.

Legends and myths are full of impossible creatures and strange beasts, from the half-human, half-lion sphinx of ancient Egypt to fire-breathing dragons to mermaids in the oceans. This work describes many of the famous beasts of fable and legend and looks at their possible origins while recounting the tales that have kept them famous for millennia.

Discusses how spirit communications work and what communicators do. This book cautions young readers against do-it-yourself spirit communications, such as entering into trances or using risky devices, since the practices can be dangerous for those who are unprepared.

Explores witches and witchcraft throughout the ages, in both folklore and history. This work discusses what people have believed about witches in different time periods, witchcraft practices from different cultures around the world, and how societies have perceived witches.