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Monstrous : the lore, gore, and science behind your favorite monsters / Carlyn Beccia.
"Carlyn Beccia presents werewolves, vampires, zombies and more as you've never seen them. Discover the origins of eight scream-worthy monsters, find out how major historical events shaped their creation, and delve into the science behind these fearful beasts. Engrossing (and gross!) timelines, maps, and infographics offer essential information-including the zombie virus life cycle and how to survive Godzilla's nuclear breath."--Provided by the publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781512449167
- ISBN: 1512449164
- Physical Description: 149 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 x 28 cm
- Publisher: Minneapolis : Carolrhoda Books, [2019]
- Copyright: ©2019.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 142-145) and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Frankenstein, science creates monsters -- Vampires, bloodsucking beasts -- The voodoo zombie, the fear is in your head -- King Kong, the eighth wonder of the world -- Werewolves, beasts that bite -- Godzilla, king of the monsters -- The Kraken, the un-calm seas -- Zombies, the walking dead -- Bigfoot, man or monster? -- Dragons, here be beasts -- The magic of science. |
| Target Audience Note: | Age 9-14. Grade 4 to 6. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Monsters > Juvenile literature. Science > Miscellanea > Juvenile literature. |
| Genre: | Instructional and educational works. Illustrated works. |
Available copies
- 4 of 4 copies available at BC Interlibrary Connect. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Salmo Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 4 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salmo Public Library | J 001.944 BEC (Text) | 35163000192174 | Juvenile Non Fiction | Volume hold | Available | - |
