A Japanese edition of the 2018 French book Les animaux fabuleux: legendes et superstitions ("Fabulous Animals: Legends and Superstitions")

An Encyclopedia of Fantastical Creatures.

From the publisher:

This book introduces the legends and episodes of mysterious animals living in a world where reality and fantasy are intricately intertwined.

It is recommended for those who like unknown worlds, are interested in myths, folklore, magic, spells, and curses, and those who love animals or retro and mystical illustrations.

Many of the animals featured are real, yet the content is full of wonders. You will understand how ancient and medieval people, before science gained power and made wonders less wondrous, interacted with and related to animals. It is like an encyclopedia that records the ecology of animals, while also depicting the absurdity of humans clinging to and being swayed by incomprehensible things, making it a book full of mysteries.

Contents:

Introduction

Animal Introductions (Spider, Weasel, Billy Goat, Deer, Cat, Bat, Horse, Dog, Owl, Crow,Toad, Dragon, Hedgehog, Hoopoe, Wolf, Blackbird, Mouse, Fox, Salamander, Snake)

References

Image Captions

Index