How do you slay a dragon? What are the origins of the Loch Ness Monster story? In addition to 45 dragons from Asian, Babylonian, Mediterranean, and Nordic mythology, plus examples from more recent fantasy literature, like Smaug in The Hobbit, this collection looks at European werewolves, Chinese giants, Aztec bats, Inuit wolves, and more. Illustrated with outstanding, full-color art, each spread explores a creature's background, complete with locator maps and information boxes.

Gerrie McCall is a graduate of the University of Houston and now works as a freelance writer living in Austin, TX. Her books include Dinosaurs and Monsters & Villains of the Movies & Literature.

Chris McNab is a wilderness expert, military specialist, and author of over 20 survival publications, including How to Survive Anything, Anywhere, Living Off the Land, and SAS Training Manual: Endurance Techniques. He holds a PhD from the University of Wales and lives in south Wales, UK.