Far from the baby-cheeked cherubs of Renaissance art, they were fiery beings who inspired fear.

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Amongst the most enduring mythical creatures, which were present in so many ancient cultures, are the dragons. Appearing frequently in folklore and tales from China in the east to Europe in the west, ...

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According to ancient Greeks and their mythology, the Cyclopes are one of the most enigmatic and strange creatures.

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From Rebecca Yarros’s Fourth Wing series to the resurgence of Wicked, fantasy books have all but taken over the best-sellers lists as of late. And if you’re one of the readers who’s been gobbling them ...

Ancient mariners' tales of the terrifying Kraken, a colossal sea monster, have been scientifically linked to the elusive ...