Author: Jeanne Nagle
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758560
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Hear abominable and you may well think disgusting, detestable, disagreeable. Hear snowman and you think adorable. But put the two words togetherAbominable Snowmanand you get a mystery. In this page-turner, students will read about people who claim to have seen the creatureeven to have preserved body parts. Yikes. Other people and groups included in this book aim to debunk what they see as baseless myths. Readers will learn about both views of the Abominable Snowman as well as other legendary beasts in this provocative and riveting account. They can then come to their own conclusions.
Investigating the Abominable Snowman and Other Legendary Beasts
Author: Jeanne Nagle
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758560
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Hear abominable and you may well think disgusting, detestable, disagreeable. Hear snowman and you think adorable. But put the two words togetherAbominable Snowmanand you get a mystery. In this page-turner, students will read about people who claim to have seen the creatureeven to have preserved body parts. Yikes. Other people and groups included in this book aim to debunk what they see as baseless myths. Readers will learn about both views of the Abominable Snowman as well as other legendary beasts in this provocative and riveting account. They can then come to their own conclusions.
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758560
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Hear abominable and you may well think disgusting, detestable, disagreeable. Hear snowman and you think adorable. But put the two words togetherAbominable Snowmanand you get a mystery. In this page-turner, students will read about people who claim to have seen the creatureeven to have preserved body parts. Yikes. Other people and groups included in this book aim to debunk what they see as baseless myths. Readers will learn about both views of the Abominable Snowman as well as other legendary beasts in this provocative and riveting account. They can then come to their own conclusions.
Investigating Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and Other Cryptids
Author: Heather Moore Niver
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica
ISBN: 168048561X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
Bigfoot, Nessie, and mermaids: what do these cryptids share in common? No matter how doubtful we are of their existence, a part of us persists in asking, "Could they be real?" With a skeptical tone, this title tracks the most popular cryptozoological creatures from their mythological origins to modern attempts to prove their existence. Scientific explanations-including archaeological records and alleged physical evidence-are presented and assessed. Regardless of their veracity, the place these beasts hold in television, movies, and books is a cherished one, and it merits a thorough investigation.
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica
ISBN: 168048561X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
Bigfoot, Nessie, and mermaids: what do these cryptids share in common? No matter how doubtful we are of their existence, a part of us persists in asking, "Could they be real?" With a skeptical tone, this title tracks the most popular cryptozoological creatures from their mythological origins to modern attempts to prove their existence. Scientific explanations-including archaeological records and alleged physical evidence-are presented and assessed. Regardless of their veracity, the place these beasts hold in television, movies, and books is a cherished one, and it merits a thorough investigation.
Investigating Atlantis and Other Lost Cities
Author: Philip Wolny
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758625
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
For millennia, tales of lost civilizations have captivated humanity, and foremost among them is the legend of Atlantis. In this guide to Atlantis and other lost lands, readers will learn to sort through fact and fiction, learning about the historical origins of lost-city legends, the lessons they teach us, archaeological digs for the truth, andperhaps closest to hometheir place in popular culture. The main focus is on the tale of Atlantis, with sidebars that highlight similarly lost mythical societies. For fans of the paranormal or seekers of the truth, this is the definitive book to read.
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758625
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
For millennia, tales of lost civilizations have captivated humanity, and foremost among them is the legend of Atlantis. In this guide to Atlantis and other lost lands, readers will learn to sort through fact and fiction, learning about the historical origins of lost-city legends, the lessons they teach us, archaeological digs for the truth, andperhaps closest to hometheir place in popular culture. The main focus is on the tale of Atlantis, with sidebars that highlight similarly lost mythical societies. For fans of the paranormal or seekers of the truth, this is the definitive book to read.
Investigating Zombies and the Living Dead
Author: Mary-Lane Kamberg
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758765
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
For nearly a century, big-screen tales of zombies have fascinated viewers, shambling their way from horror films to action thrillers and comedies. In recent years, there have even been news reports of real zombie-like behavior. But few know the truth behind Haitian folklores biggest contribution to global imagination. These pages get to the bottom of the origins of the zombie legend and its changes and development over time. The possible sources of zombification, including tropical drugs and poisons, are examined, and real stories of zombies are debunked. Real or not, zombies have invaded pop culture and theres no escape.
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758765
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
For nearly a century, big-screen tales of zombies have fascinated viewers, shambling their way from horror films to action thrillers and comedies. In recent years, there have even been news reports of real zombie-like behavior. But few know the truth behind Haitian folklores biggest contribution to global imagination. These pages get to the bottom of the origins of the zombie legend and its changes and development over time. The possible sources of zombification, including tropical drugs and poisons, are examined, and real stories of zombies are debunked. Real or not, zombies have invaded pop culture and theres no escape.
Investigating UFOs and Aliens
Author: Therese Shea
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758528
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Given the vastness of the universe, it is not difficult to imagine the possibility of lifeeven intelligent lifebeyond Earth. Yet whether any extraterrestrial beings have ever made contact with us and if any evidence of this contact exists, remains widely debated. Evaluating tales of alien encounters and UFO sightings with a critical eye, this absorbing volume considers the possibility of extraterrestrial life by carefully separating scientific fact from fiction, hoaxes, and the unprovable. It also examines ufology and alien life in popular culture, surveying the books, movies, TV shows, and more inspired by the idea of intergalactic contact.
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758528
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Given the vastness of the universe, it is not difficult to imagine the possibility of lifeeven intelligent lifebeyond Earth. Yet whether any extraterrestrial beings have ever made contact with us and if any evidence of this contact exists, remains widely debated. Evaluating tales of alien encounters and UFO sightings with a critical eye, this absorbing volume considers the possibility of extraterrestrial life by carefully separating scientific fact from fiction, hoaxes, and the unprovable. It also examines ufology and alien life in popular culture, surveying the books, movies, TV shows, and more inspired by the idea of intergalactic contact.
Investigating Witches and Witchcraft
Author: Therese Shea
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758803
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
The Wicked Witch of the West's cackling threat, "I'll get you, my pretty. . ." from the Wizard of Oz might be as memorable and instantly recognizable as a witch's iconic pointy-hatted crone image. This volume delves into the stereotypical image of witches and their newts, caldrons, and headwear and investigates their historical origins. Historical fact and imaginative fiction are carefully sorted through, with reference to literature, films, and other forms of pop culture. Modern-day news stories and events remind readers that witches and witchcraft are by no means a thing of the past, though they are ripe for reappraisal.
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758803
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
The Wicked Witch of the West's cackling threat, "I'll get you, my pretty. . ." from the Wizard of Oz might be as memorable and instantly recognizable as a witch's iconic pointy-hatted crone image. This volume delves into the stereotypical image of witches and their newts, caldrons, and headwear and investigates their historical origins. Historical fact and imaginative fiction are carefully sorted through, with reference to literature, films, and other forms of pop culture. Modern-day news stories and events remind readers that witches and witchcraft are by no means a thing of the past, though they are ripe for reappraisal.
Investigating Ghosts and the Spirit World
Author: Susan Henneberg
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758706
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Whether or not you believe in them, the scientific investigation of ghosts is big business. Reality television shows that follow ghost hunters at work and the popularity of ghost tours in many U.S. cities prove that we are fascinated by the possibility that the dead may still be with us. This book examines evidence of the existence of ghosts and takes a critical look at what the scientific findings might actually mean. It also delves into the history of ghosts in cultures around the world and attempts to explain why the idea of being haunted by spirits of the dead continues to captivate us.
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
ISBN: 1622758706
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Whether or not you believe in them, the scientific investigation of ghosts is big business. Reality television shows that follow ghost hunters at work and the popularity of ghost tours in many U.S. cities prove that we are fascinated by the possibility that the dead may still be with us. This book examines evidence of the existence of ghosts and takes a critical look at what the scientific findings might actually mean. It also delves into the history of ghosts in cultures around the world and attempts to explain why the idea of being haunted by spirits of the dead continues to captivate us.
Abominable Science
Author: Daniel Loxton
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 0231153201
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
Presents arguments for and against the existence of five notable cryptids and challenges the pseudoscience that furthers their legendary statuses, while providing an exploration of the nature and subculture of cryptozoology.
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 0231153201
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
Presents arguments for and against the existence of five notable cryptids and challenges the pseudoscience that furthers their legendary statuses, while providing an exploration of the nature and subculture of cryptozoology.
Sasquatch: Legend Meets Science
Author: Jeff Meldrum
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1429913770
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
In this landmark work on a subject too often dismissed as paranormal or disreputable, Jeff Meldrum gives us the first book on sasquatch to be written by a scientist with impeccable academic credentials, an objective look at the facts in a field mined with hoaxes and sensationalism. Meldrum reports on the work of a team of experts from a wide variety of fields who were assembled to examine the evidence for a large, yet undiscovered, North American primate. He reviews the long history of this mystery--which long predates the "bigfoot" flap of the late fifties--and explains all the scientific pros and cons in a clear and accessible style, amplified by over 150 illustrations. Anyone who has pondered the mysteries of human evolution will be fascinated and eager to join Dr. Meldrum in drawing their own conclusion. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1429913770
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
In this landmark work on a subject too often dismissed as paranormal or disreputable, Jeff Meldrum gives us the first book on sasquatch to be written by a scientist with impeccable academic credentials, an objective look at the facts in a field mined with hoaxes and sensationalism. Meldrum reports on the work of a team of experts from a wide variety of fields who were assembled to examine the evidence for a large, yet undiscovered, North American primate. He reviews the long history of this mystery--which long predates the "bigfoot" flap of the late fifties--and explains all the scientific pros and cons in a clear and accessible style, amplified by over 150 illustrations. Anyone who has pondered the mysteries of human evolution will be fascinated and eager to join Dr. Meldrum in drawing their own conclusion. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Tracking the Man-beasts
Author: Joe Nickell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781616144159
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Join veteran paranormal investigator Joe Nickell on an investigative expedition of the historical, geographical, and cultural reaches of various 'manimals' and other humanoid entities ..."--Page 4 of cover.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781616144159
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Join veteran paranormal investigator Joe Nickell on an investigative expedition of the historical, geographical, and cultural reaches of various 'manimals' and other humanoid entities ..."--Page 4 of cover.