LITTLE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF MERMAIDS (HB)

This little encyclopaedia features more than 90 famous mermaids from countries and cultures across the world. Subjects include Atargatis, a mermaid from ancient Syria who was a goddess before she fell in love with a mortal; the Blue Men of the Minch, riddle-loving merfolk who have the power to summon storms and capsize ships; the Little Mermaid, who gives up her voice for a chance at love; and Ningyo, a gruesome sea creature from Japanese folklore that can bring dangerous storms and other misfortune. Contains line drawings throughout.