Chasing American Monsters: Over 250 Creatures, Cryptids & Hairy Beasts (Chasing American Monsters, 1)

This is a fun read that I used to come up with fun and unique monster ideas for tabletop RPGs. There are no rules or any actual connection to any game system in this book, but the way its organized is super easy and concise to find what you want.

On Time & as Advertised.

This was a gift for my husband and he absolutely loved it. He loved the way the book was organized and read it cover to cover without putting it down.

interesting folklore from across the USA

I bought this for my daughter who is really into cryptozoology. I read a review complaining that the information could be found on the internet. The same could be said for practically every piece of non-fiction! This book, however, is much more practical for a student who needs to focus on reading skills, not spending more time on the internet staring at screens.

The author goes through all the 50 states, and lists all the monsters and cryptids native to that state. There were alot of stories about sea serpents and lake creatures which are possible. Then there were stories of vampires and werewolves, which are less believable. I actually learned a lot from this book. Who knew a herd of baboons was called a congress. So I guess that makes Nancy Pelosi Dr. Zaius.

I loved the light hearted and humorous approach of this book. While not discrediting any of the phenomena related here, Mr offutt reminds us via his wit, not to take ourselves too seriously.Having said that, this is also a really good and comprehensive listing of America's most notorious critters and such, Whether mythic or percieved as real cryptids.Watch out for Cthulu and inebriated bears!Highly recommended.

I didn't like this book near as well as a book that was for Canadian monsters; that one was in order by monster-type / name.This book is in order by State. The writing wasn't nearly as "engaging" as the another book I had read, but it was okay as far as information. Not a 'keeper' book, for me.

The best quick guide to American cryptozoology. I have many books on the matter and this is the one I refer to for my scouts. Short entries mean that you can read them at your leisure and also read them around the campfire.

Fantastic little book, beautiful illustrations