The Secret History of Mermaids and Creatures of the Deep

The Secret History of Mermaids and Creatures of the Deep by Ari Berk

From the loremaster who brought us THE SECRET HISTORY OF GIANTS comes an intriguing new chronicle revealing the mysterious ways of merfolk. (Age 8 and up)

Since ancient times, seafarers and coast-dwellers the world over have reported encounters with merpeople. Variously known as Finfolk, Dinny Mara, Nereids, Blue Men, and Merrymaids, merfolk have been the source of both gifts and disasters for humankind. Now a lavishly illustrated resource offers insight into the lives, origins, language, and magic of these elusive peoples. Like a siren's song, this fascinating tome is sure to enthrall all who fall under its spell. Special features include:
-- paper novelties -- including sundry flaps, booklets, and gatefolds
-- a lavish cover with foil, embossing, and glittery jewels
-- an elegant tassel dangling from the spine

Berk, Ari: - Ari Berk is the author of the Undertaken trilogy and Nightsong, illustrated by Loren Long. He works in a library filled to the ceiling with thousands of arcane books and more than a few wondrous artifacts. When not writing, he moonlights as professor of mythology and folklore at Central Michigan University. He lives in Michigan with his wife and son. Visit him at AriBerk.com.

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ISBN 13	9780763645151
ISBN 10	076364515X
Titel	The Secret History of Mermaids and Creatures of the Deep
Autor	Ari Berk
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Bindungsart	Hardback
Verlag	Candlewick Press,U.S.
Erscheinungsjahr	2009-09-08
Seitenanzahl	48
Hinweis auf dem Einband	Die Abbildung des Buches dient nur Illustrationszwecken, die tatsächliche Bindung, das Cover und die Auflage können sich davon unterscheiden.
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