by Ziggy Quinete (Author), Satoshi Watanabe (Illustrator)
Discover the legendary beasts, divine hybrids, and forgotten spirits that shaped the ancient world.
The Encyclopedia of Mythical Creatures - Greek and Roman Mythology Volume is an essential reference for mythology lovers, worldbuilders, scholars, and fantasy enthusiasts. With 85 meticulously researched entries-from the serpentine Typhon and the triple-bodied Geryon to lesser-known entities like Zelys and the Veritas Serpent-this volume explores the mythological creatures of Ancient Greece and Rome in breathtaking depth.
Every creature is brought vividly to life through:
- Historical context and literary sources from Homer, Hesiod, Ovid, Virgil, and beyond
- Cultural functions and symbolic meanings in ancient religion, ritual, and art
- Unique origin myths and regional variations across the Greek and Roman world
- Interpretations of modern relevance, from literature to role-playing games
- Stunning artwork
Whether you're a mythology researcher, fantasy writer, game designer, or student of classics, this book offers a powerful gateway into a world where gods rode hippocamps, sirens lured ships with song, and marble cities trembled beneath the wings of chthonic horrors.