Little Encyclopedia Of Lacustre Monsters

Dive into the pages of "Little Encyclopedia of Lake Monsters" and embark on an unforgettable journey through the legends that inhabit the depths of lakes and rivers around the world. From the mysterious waters of Loch Ness to the aquatic enigmas of Iceland and Colombia, this book will take you beyond what your eyes can see. With captivating stories, cultural impact and examples in film, music and literature, this book is a feast for the imagination. Are you ready to enter a realm of wonder and mystery? Dare to discover the unexplored today! After a short review of what lake monsters are and are not and the competing theories we see today, here you will find these mysteries: Loch Ness Monster (Scotland): Perhaps the most famous of all, Nessie, a plesiosaur-like creature, is said to inhabit Loch Ness. Ogopogo (Canada): Ogopogo is believed to live in Okanagan Lake, British Columbia, and is described as a serpentine creature. Champ (United States/Canada): Associated with Lake Champlain on the U.S./Canadian border, a plesiosaur-like aquatic creature is reported. Lagarfljótsormur (Iceland): A sea serpent supposedly inhabiting Lake Lagarfljót, known since the Middle Ages. Flathead Lake Monster (United States): Accounts of a snake-like monster in Flathead Lake, Montana. Mamlambo (South Africa): Said to inhabit rivers and lakes, a crocodile-like creature with tentacles. Memphre (Canada): Accounts of a monster in Lake Memphremagog, described as a snake-like creature. Morag (Scotland): Supposedly inhabitant of Loch Morar, described as a fish-like creature with snakeskin. Selma (Iceland): Sea worm-like creature that, according to legends, lives in the fjords of eastern Iceland. Tianchi Lake Monster (China): There is talk of a dragon-like creature in Tianchi Lake, on the border between China and North Korea. Kussie (United States): Associated with Lake Kussharo in Japan, it is said to be similar to a plesiosaur. Lariosauro (Italy): In Lake Como, a plesiosaur-like creature has been reported. Van Monster (Turkey): There is talk of a snake-like monster in Lake Van, Turkey's largest lake. Legend of Lake Panguipulli (Chile): A giant fish-like being is said to inhabit Lake Panguipulli. Monster of Labynkyr (Russia): In Lake Labynkyr, a monster is reported to have been compared to the Scottish Nessie. Isshii (Japan): Mythical creature associated with Lake Ikeda, described as an octopus-like monster. Lough Ree Monster (Ireland): In Lake Lough Ree, a sea horse-like creature is spoken of. Lake Nahuel Huapi Monster (Argentina-Chile): Legends of a giant fish-like creature in Lake Nahuel Huapi. Näkki (Finland): Aquatic being from Finnish mythology, associated with lakes and rivers, known for drowning people. Muyso (Colombia): In the lagoon of La Cocha, there is talk of a creature similar to a giant snake. Legend of Hoan Kiem Lake (Vietnam): It tells of a giant turtle in Hoan Kiem Lake, considered a deity in Vietnamese mythology. Monster of Lake Tota (Colombia): In Lake Tota, an anaconda-like creature is reported. Mbielu-Mbielu-Mbielu (Congo): Creature from local mythology, sometimes associated with lakes, described as a dinosaur. Lake Biwa Legend (Japan): Tales of a snake monster named Oshōgatsu-ujin that inhabits Lake Biwa.

The ultimate quest for the world's most mysterious creatures The Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, the Abominable Snowman -- these are the names of the elusive beasts that have caught the eye and captured the imaginations of people around the world for centuries. Recently, tales of these "monsters" have been corroborated by an increase in sightings, and out of these legends a new science has been born: cryptozoology -- the study of hidden animals. Cryptozoology A to Z, the first encyclopedia of its kind, contains nearly two hundred entries, including cryptids (the name given to these unusual beasts), new animal finds, and the explorers and scientists who search for them. Loren Coleman, one of the world's leading cryptozoologists, teams up with Jerome Clark, editor and author of several encyclopedias, to provide these definitive descriptions and many never-before-published drawings and photographs from eyewitnesses' detailed accounts. Full of insights into the methods of these scientists, exciting tales of discovery, and the history and evolution of this field, Cryptozoology A to Z is the most complete reference ever of the newest zoological science.

A guide to more than one thousand beasts, specters, and other monsters, from the Bible's Leviathan to Hollywood's Alien, arranged alphabetically and cross-referenced by subject

The lakes and rivers of the world are said to harbor monsters. Many look like dinosaurs from another age. Others are snake or eel-like while some are human-like amphibians. These monstrous creatures come in all sizes and shapes, not to mention color. They exhibit many different mannerisms from hostility to inquisitiveness to total disregard. Legends and stories can be found about them in all the folklore of different cultures around the world. Today the experts calculate that there are over two hundred and fifty lakes inhabited by some sort of creature. This Encyclopedia of Lake and River Monsters has been compiled to provide a starting point for those who are interested in pursuing the subject.

The Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, the Abominable Snowman--these are the names of the elusive beasts that have caught the eye and captured the imaginations of people around the world for centuries. Recently, these "monsters" have experienced an increase in sightings, and out of these legends a new science has been born: cryptozoology--the study of hidden animals. This book, the first encyclopedia of its kind, contains nearly 200 entries, including cryptids (the name given to these unusual beasts), new animal finds, and the explorers and scientists who search for them. --From publisher description.

This book represents the first multidisciplinary scientific work on a deep volcanic maar lake in comparison with other similar temperate lakes. The syntheses of the main characteristics of Lake Pavin are, for the first time, set in a firmer footing comparative approach, encompassing regional, national, European and international aquatic science contexts. It is a unique lake because of its permanently anoxic monimolimnion, and furthermore, because of its small surface area, its substantially low human influence, and by the fact that it does not have a river inflow. The book reflects the scientific research done on the general limnology, history, origin, volcanology and geological environment as well as on the geochemistry and biogeochemical cycles. Other chapters focus on the biology and microbial ecology whereas the sedimentology and paleolimnology are also given attention. This volume will be of special interest to researchers and advanced students, primarily in the fields of limnology, biogeochemistry, and aquatic ecology.

A study of 170 kinds of plants and the strata that yield them, showing how they apply in the delimination of the Paleocene series.

Environmental isotope and nuclear techniques provide unmatched insights into the processes governing the water cycle and its variability. This monograph presents state of the art applications and new developments of isotopes in hydrology, environmental disciplines and climate change studies. Coverage ranges from the assessment of groundwater resources in terms of recharge and flow regime to studies of the past and present global environmental and climate changes.

The significance of food and feasting to Pre-Columbian Mesoamerican cultures has been extensively studied by archaeologists, anthropologists and art historians. Foodways studies have been critical to our understanding of early agriculture, political economies, and the domestication and management of plants and animals. Scholars from diverse fields have explored the symbolic complexity of food and its preparation, as well as the social importance of feasting in contemporary and historical societies. This book unites these disciplinary perspectives — from the social and biological sciences to art history and epigraphy — creating a work comprehensive in scope, which reveals our increasing understanding of the various roles of foods and cuisines in Mesoamerican cultures. The volume is organized thematically into three sections. Part 1 gives an overview of food and feasting practices as well as ancient economies in Mesoamerica. Part 2 details ethnographic, epigraphic and isotopic evidence of these practices. Finally, Part 3 presents the metaphoric value of food in Mesoamerican symbolism, ritual, and mythology. The resulting volume provides a thorough, interdisciplinary resource for understanding, food, feasting, and cultural practices in Mesoamerica.