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Product details
- ISBN 9781683693222
- Weight: 526g
- Dimensions: 140 x 210mm
- Publication Date: 11 Oct 2022
- Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
- Language: English
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Welcome to the stranger side of America—where monsters lurk in forests, lakes, swamps, deserts, and roadside legends across all fifty states.
The United States of Cryptids: A Tour of American Myths and Monsters is a fascinating and fully illustrated journey through the weird world of American cryptids, from iconic creatures like Bigfoot and Mothman to bizarre local legends most people have never heard of. Written by travel writer and folklore enthusiast J. W. Ocker, this entertaining nonfiction guide explores the myths, sightings, history, and communities surrounding America’s most mysterious monsters.
Travel state by state through the hidden corners of American folklore and discover:
More than just a monster encyclopedia, The United States of Cryptids explores why communities embrace these legends through festivals, museums, roadside attractions, local pride, and spooky storytelling traditions. Whether you believe in cryptids or simply love folklore and weird Americana, this book offers a fun, atmospheric look at the stories people continue to tell about the unknown.
Packed with illustrations, historical context, cultural trivia, and humor, this comprehensive guide is perfect for paranormal fans, Halloween readers, road-trip dreamers, and anyone fascinated by the strange side of American history.
Pack your flashlight, keep an eye on the woods, and start your cryptid tour across America.
The United States of Cryptids: A Tour of American Myths and Monsters is a fascinating and fully illustrated journey through the weird world of American cryptids, from iconic creatures like Bigfoot and Mothman to bizarre local legends most people have never heard of. Written by travel writer and folklore enthusiast J. W. Ocker, this entertaining nonfiction guide explores the myths, sightings, history, and communities surrounding America’s most mysterious monsters.
Travel state by state through the hidden corners of American folklore and discover:
- The Jersey Devil haunting the Pine Barrens
- The Flatwoods Monster of West Virginia
- Michigan’s terrifying Nain Rouge
- South Carolina’s Lizard Man
- Washington’s Batsquatch
- Countless regional creatures, lake monsters, goblins, beasts, and unexplained legends
More than just a monster encyclopedia, The United States of Cryptids explores why communities embrace these legends through festivals, museums, roadside attractions, local pride, and spooky storytelling traditions. Whether you believe in cryptids or simply love folklore and weird Americana, this book offers a fun, atmospheric look at the stories people continue to tell about the unknown.
Packed with illustrations, historical context, cultural trivia, and humor, this comprehensive guide is perfect for paranormal fans, Halloween readers, road-trip dreamers, and anyone fascinated by the strange side of American history.
Pack your flashlight, keep an eye on the woods, and start your cryptid tour across America.
J. W. (Jason) Ocker is an Edgar Award-winning travel writer, novelist, and blogger. His previous books include Poe-Land, A Season with the Witch, and Cursed Objects. He is also the creator of the blog and podcast OTIS: Odd Things I’ve Seen (oddthingsiveseen.com), where he chronicles his visits to oddities around the world.
