Mermaid Myths

by Cynthia O'Brien

Are mermaids compassionate beings waiting to save drowning sailors or vindictive creatures hoping to lure people to their deaths? The answer depends on the lore, which is vast and varied. Through the centuries, people around the world have reported seeing real mermaids on rocks or bobbing in the sea. Even in the 21st century, people are drawn to the mystery of the mermaid. Readers, too, will find the many mermaid stories and hoaxes in this engaging book entertaining as well as educational. Folklore is a unique and entertaining window into studies of world culture.

48 pages, Library Binding

Published December 30, 2017

Reviews

[Katie Merkel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was fantastic! Learning about different legends from around the world about mermaids was very interesting. My favorite fact from the book is that there are mermaid schools where people can learn to be professional mermaids.

[Theresa · Rating 4 out of 5]

All around the world, both good and bad. Different names, but same basic idea. Sirens, Nymphs, Merrows, Ceasg, Ben-Varrey, Ningyo, La Sirene, Iara. Mermaid sightings, real-life mermaids and mermaids in art.

[Baroness · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was hoping to find darker myths, no such luck. Quick read. Good for beginners.