Carey Miller Livres

Part of Usborne's cult classic 1970s series, back by popular demand for a new generation. Along with Ghosts and UFOs, Monsters was part of Usborne's thrilling 'World of the Unknown' series, a series that holds a special place in the hearts and imaginations of those adults who grew up reading them. The book covers all bases, from Greek and Roman mythology (Cyclops, Sirens), to old English literature (dragons and Beowulf's Grendel), cryptozoological legends (Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster) and real-world dinosaurs - plus a movie-monsters section. For fans of monster fare, this is a well-planned feast!

Exploring the complex dynamics between mothers and daughters, the story delves into the taboo of shared romantic interests, as both engage with the same men. The daughter’s sexual education comes from her uninhibited mother, raising questions about morality and boundaries. As the narrative unfolds, the author skillfully navigates this intricate relationship, revealing the emotional and societal implications of their intertwined lives. The plot promises to challenge readers’ perceptions of familial bonds and sexual exploration.

"Throughout the whole shadowy world of monsters, dragons and demons there is no figure so dreaded and loathed and yet wrapped in such a terrible fascination as..." At last! A comprehensive concordance of every conceivable monster and mysterious beast you have ever imagined - and some you haven't! This mind-boggling dictionary contains everything you could possibly want to know about each and every creature, from the Abominable Snowman to the Manticora to the Yale. There are legends that originate from the mists of time, monsters that portend disaster and many that are full of mischief, menace and pure wickedness. Eyewitness accounts and unsolved mysteries from every corner of the world will astound and perplex you. Brace yourself to be amazed, terrified and awestruck by the fantastical beasts that haunt these pages. "Real monsters and monsters that don't exist - or do they...?"