The esteemed Dr. Drake ("Dragonology") turns his inquisitive gaze to other mythical creatures, from krakens to griffins. Includes fold-outs, flaps, and pullouts; textured samples of skin and feathers; and more.

Introduces monsters from different cultures and mythologies, including information on the kraken, harpies, the minotaur, and griffins.

Describes the habits of more than fifty monsters, including Thri-keen, Yuan-ti, and Bewhir, and includes maps showing where these creatures live.

An examination of six fearsome creatures sets out to determine fact from fiction using scientific fact.

"Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery series explore those spooky creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!), and make us afraid of the dark. In Kraken you'll learn more about this creepy creatures. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of fascinating information and wild facts...