Mysterious Creatures
The Truth Behind the Legends
David Alderton author Akara Heart author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Publishing:14th May '26
£25.00
This title is due to be published on 14th May, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

Covering the unicorn, mermaid, dragon, phoenix, vampire, werewolf, Bigfoot, and thunderbird, this book examines where the tales of these creatures originated, what truth there might be in them, and why they are of such universal fascination.
A captivating exploration of the world’s mysterious creatures
Legendary creatures capture our imagination in a way quite unlike those known with certainty to exist. In Mysterious Creatures, David Alderton and Akara Heart bring readers into a shadowy, uncertain realm where myth and reality collide. Their enthralling investigation unveils the tantalizing truths behind the world’s most enigmatic creatures, and how they have become etched in our minds and imaginations. With meticulous research and gripping storytelling, Alderton and Heart unravel the legends of unicorns, dragons, werewolves, and more. Each chapter weaves together historical accounts, eyewitness testimonies, and cultural lore, inviting readers to question what lurks just beyond the veil of the known.
Dive beneath the waves to uncover the seductive secrets of mermaids. Trek through misty, isolated forests in search of Bigfoot or Sasquatch. Soar with the thunderbird, whose wings are said to summon storms. A perfect blend of science and wonder, skepticism and belief, Mysterious Creatures breathes life into the myths that have captivated our thoughts for generations.
Wondrous. Alderton and Heart show us that the natural world is just as magical and mysterious as the mythical creatures that have delighted us for centuries. -- Caroline Young, author
An enjoyable and fascinating exploration of cryptozoology, vampirism, and lycanthropy, which eruditely reveals the surprising truth behind many of the world’s legendary creatures. -- Dr. Keith Souter, medical journalist and novelist
An enjoyable delve into the significance and symbolism of our favorite mythical creatures. This fascinating book uncovers the evolution of these legends and the truths that created them. -- Bethany Straker, illustrator and author
If you’ve always wanted to catch a unicorn or a mermaid, this book is essential reading. -- Ged Adamson, children’s author and illustrator
ISBN: 9781538193860
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
232 pages