![]() Perfect for fans of Harry Potter and other fantasy tales, this is the only kids' guide to magical creatures that tells you the history behind the mythology. Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures tells you everything you need to know about supernatural animals great and small. First announced in September 2013 just two years after the release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, the Fantastic Beasts project marked Rowling's debut as a screenwriter. 1 They were attracted to shiny things, which made them wonderful for locating treasure, but that also meant that they could wreak havoc if kept (or let loose. ![]() Learn about the societies that spawned these legendary creatures, from Ancient Greece to the indigenous tribes of Australia, and find out what the beasts tell us about the people who created them.įrom narwhal tusks inspiring the legend of unicorns, to dinosaur bones creating rumours of dragons, there is an interesting story behind every magical beast. The book is a directory of magical creatures with an introduction by its author, Newt Scamander. 'Long-snouted, burrowing creatures native to Britain with a penchant for anything shiny.' The Niffler was a magical beast with a long snout and a coat of black, fluffy fur. In Mythika there are mostly evil creatures you find on the battlefield, but sometimes (at random) there are also good-natured and neutral creatures in the battles. And jump onboard an ancient storm-battered ship to learn why mermaids were the last thing a sailor wanted to see. Some magical creatures are simply larger, talking versions of real animals such as beavers, bears, mice, and wolves. Voyage to Japan to meet kitsune, supernatural nine-tailed foxes that can turn into humans. Say hello to Bigfoot in the forests of North America and learn about the Native American traditions that inspired its story. ![]() You'll meet an incredible cast of mind-boggling fictional animals from all around the world. Enter the enchanting world of mythical creatures and explore the history behind them in this beautifully illustrated compendium for kids aged 7 to 9.
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