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.