{"product_id":"mythical-creatures-bestiary-oskar-baliski-9798255509348","title":"Mythical Creatures Bestiary: Norse Mythology \u0026 Folklore: Illustrated Encyclopedia of Nordic Gods, Heroes, Monsters, and Beasts from Ancient Northern C","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMythical Creatures Bestiary: Norse Mythology \u0026amp; Folklore \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis large-format illustrated bestiary explores the world of Norse mythology through gods, beings, and creatures preserved in ancient texts, oral traditions, poetic sources, and long-standing northern legends. Rather than modern fantasy inventions or fictional reinterpretations, the book presents these figures as they have been described, remembered, and understood within the mythological traditions of the Norse world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eEach entry is built around established descriptions found in early sources, traditional narratives, and mythological accounts, \u003c\/b\u003e focusing on how these beings were perceived within the structure of the cosmos, natural forces, and cultural belief systems of the North. Where interpretations differ between sources or periods, the book presents a clear and balanced interpretation based on the most widely recognized characteristics, offering clarity while preserving the depth and complexity of the mythology. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe book is designed as a visual and informational compendium.\u003c\/b\u003e Every figure is accompanied by a full-color illustration created specifically for this volume. The artwork is based on traditional depictions and textual descriptions rather than modern fantasy aesthetics, emphasizing form, presence, and atmosphere while remaining grounded in the sources that shaped each myth. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is not a fictional narrative or a dramatized retelling of myths.\u003c\/b\u003e It is a reference-style bestiary intended for readers interested in Norse mythology, northern folklore, and legendary beings such as Odin, Thor, Loki, Fenrir, Jörmungandr, and other gods, creatures, and entities found within the mythological world of the North. Entries can be read in any order, making the book suitable both for continuous reading and for exploring individual figures. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrinted in a large format, \u003c\/b\u003e the book is meant to be experienced as a physical object as well as a source of knowledge. The size allows space for detailed illustrations and clear presentation, making it ideal for exploration, learning, and visual immersion. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this book stands apart: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Large-format illustrated volume\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaperback 8.5 × 11 inches and hardcover 8.25 × 11 inches, designed to showcase detailed artwork and clear text\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Full-color illustrations grounded in traditional descriptions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach illustration is inspired by mythological sources, poetic accounts, and preserved narratives, avoiding modern fantasy reinterpretation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Clear encyclopedic structure\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery figure is presented in eight consistent sections: \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eName \u0026amp; Origins\u003cbr\u003ePhysical Description\u003cbr\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Personality\u003cbr\u003eRealm \u0026amp; Habitat\u003cbr\u003ePowers \u0026amp; Attributes\u003cbr\u003eMajor Encounters\u003cbr\u003eLegends \u0026amp; Folklore\u003cbr\u003eMeaning \u0026amp; Legacy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Rooted in mythological tradition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBased on ancient sources, cultural narratives, and preserved mythology rather than fictional storytelling\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Designed for flexible reading\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach entry stands on its own and can be explored in any order\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Created as a cultural and visual reference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor readers interested in Norse mythology, legendary beings, and northern folklore, whether reading for knowledge, inspiration, or exploration \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis volume invites you to explore a world shaped by myth, belief, and ancient storytelling, and to encounter the gods and creatures of the North as they have been described, remembered, and preserved across generations.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Oskar Baliński\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798255509348\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/07\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 172\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.91lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.37d","brand":"Oskar Bali\u0026#324;ski","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48659923304703,"sku":"9798255509348","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/mythical-creatures-bestiary-oskar-baliski-9798255509348","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}