Mermaids
A Handbook of History & Lore from Sirens to Sea Spirits
Will be published approx. on 1. October 2026
Book
Hardback
176 pages
978-1-57715-892-9 (ISBN)
Description
Dive into the mythical world of mermaids and other deep-sea spirits in this gorgeously illustrated guidebook.
For centuries, mermaids have fascinated the public imagination, representing the mysteries of the ocean. Mermaids offers you a detailed exploration of the myths and legends of these deep-sea creatures in a beautiful package. Through rich historical detail and original artwork, uncover the lore of mermaids and other sea creatures across the world, including:
The Origins of Mermaids
Mermaids in Ancient cultures
European Mermaid Lore
African and Polynesian Mermaids
Mermaid-Related Symbols and Meanings
And more!
Featuring a comprehensive appendix of mermaid sites around the world, Mermaids offers a deep dive into mermaid research and tales of close encounters with these sirens of the deep. Perfect for mermaid lovers and fans of mythology, Mermaids is your chance to discover how these creatures have captivated and influenced human culture around the globe.
The Folklore Legends series summons the mythical, magical, and mysterious creatures of lore out of the shadows with in-depth explorations of their stories and histories. Featuring original, woodcut illustrations and tales both famous and forgotten, these display-worthy volumes reveal the common traits, cultural variations, and appearances of these legendary beings across time and around the world.
The series includes: Witchcraft, Vampires, Werewolves, and Dragons.
For centuries, mermaids have fascinated the public imagination, representing the mysteries of the ocean. Mermaids offers you a detailed exploration of the myths and legends of these deep-sea creatures in a beautiful package. Through rich historical detail and original artwork, uncover the lore of mermaids and other sea creatures across the world, including:
The Origins of Mermaids
Mermaids in Ancient cultures
European Mermaid Lore
African and Polynesian Mermaids
Mermaid-Related Symbols and Meanings
And more!
Featuring a comprehensive appendix of mermaid sites around the world, Mermaids offers a deep dive into mermaid research and tales of close encounters with these sirens of the deep. Perfect for mermaid lovers and fans of mythology, Mermaids is your chance to discover how these creatures have captivated and influenced human culture around the globe.
The Folklore Legends series summons the mythical, magical, and mysterious creatures of lore out of the shadows with in-depth explorations of their stories and histories. Featuring original, woodcut illustrations and tales both famous and forgotten, these display-worthy volumes reveal the common traits, cultural variations, and appearances of these legendary beings across time and around the world.
The series includes: Witchcraft, Vampires, Werewolves, and Dragons.
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Product notice
Paper over boards
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
472 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-57715-892-9 (9781577158929)
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Agnes Hollyhock is a lifelong Wiccan with an affinity for runes casting and tarot reading. She practices her craft in the Northeastern United States, where she lives with her beloved pet companions, cat Jack and tarantula Sally.