We have nothing to fear but fear itself - and monsters. Richard Herring
The diverse mythological landscape of North America, shaped by over 500 Indigenous nations before European contact, explains their understanding of the universe and conveys moral teachings, historical events, and spiritual wisdom. These belief systems, influenced by their…
The Hidebehind is a mythical creature from American lumberjack folklore, known for its ability to remain unseen, always hiding just out of sight. It's notorious for targeting lone travelers in the Pacific Northwest forests, particularly at night,…
"Whispers of the Nile" explores Egyptian mythology, its pantheon of gods and their roles, the concept of Ma'at (truth and cosmic order), and the pharaoh as a divine king. The book also delves into Egyptian beliefs around…
The "fearsome critters" are fantastical beasts invented by 19th- and early 20th-century North American lumberjacks and loggers. Their tales, often shared around campfires, were designed to entertain, explain strange happenings in the wilderness, or play practical jokes…
The Jersey Devil is a legendary creature that has been part of the folklore of southern New Jersey for nearly three centuries. Often described as a kangaroo-like beast with the face of a horse or dog, bat-like…
Urban legends are contemporary folk narratives that reflect societal anxieties and moral boundaries. They often emerge from modern settings and serve as cautionary tales. The term was popularized by folklorist Jan Harold Brunvand in the 1980s. They…
Cryptids, mysterious creatures whose existence is unverified, are studied by cryptozoologists who gather testimonies and analyze physical evidence. These elusive beings often have roots in eyewitness accounts, physical evidence, or traditional knowledge. Cryptozoologists investigate aquatic and semi-aquatic…
Hidden high in the treetops of North America, the Agropelter is a notorious creature in the folklore of 19th and 20th-century lumberjacks. Described as having a slender, wiry body and long, whip-like limbs, it waits silently in…
From the depths of Ginnungagap, life springs forth, anchored by the cosmic ash t
The Banshee, derived from the Irish term 'bean sídhe', meaning “woman of the fai
The Skin-walker, a creature from Native American folklore, specifically among th
Asin, often referred to as the "Basket Woman," is a creature in Native American
El Cucuy, also known as Coco or Cuca, is a legendary creature in the folklore of
La Llorona, known as the Weeping Woman, is a figure from Mexican folklore often
“Beware the grime you leave behind… for something hungers in the dark.” The Akan
The Bai Ze is a legendary beast in Chinese lore, renowned for its wisdom and kno
This section explores Beasts of Urban Legend, modern tales of fear and mystery c
The Black-Eyed Children are supernatural beings that appear as pale, quiet child
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