The Real Monsters

The Real Monsters
By Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen
Sterling, 2008. 88 pgs. Young Adult Nonfiction

From vampires to witches to mummies, this book looks at creepy creatures and some of their characteristics. It also provides some history behind them and some theories to explain them--while acknowledging that in many cases, the true origins of the myths are not concrete.

This is an interesting book, particularly the history of these creatures. Illustrations as well as a read-friendly layout make this an appealing package.

AE