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Not Entirely Unknown
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Covers the people and creatures. Some are given as historical references (some animals well known today were considered mythical as little as a century ago), most are as-yet unrecognized and unclassified species, a few are shown as not tenable. Various categories which include mystery creatures of the sea (giant turtles were of greatest interest to me), mystery primates, and mystery cats. Very interesting book, a handy reference, if anything seems too short.
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Summary:
Not Entirely Unknown
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Covers the people and creatures. Some are given as historical references (some animals well known today were considered mythical as little as a century ago), most are as-yet unrecognized and unclassified species, a few are shown as not tenable. Various categories which include mystery creatures of the sea (giant turtles were of greatest interest to me), mystery primates, and mystery cats. Very interesting book, a handy reference, if anything seems too short.
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Summary: Satisfactory
Review: A helpful resource for those interested in cryptozoology, but too abbreviated and superficial, and indifferently written and edited. In addition, I didn't appreciate the biographical sketches of cryptozoologists -- space that should have been devoted to a fuller and more varied discussion of cryptids. I was also put off by Coleman's monumental ego, though he is gracious in acknowledging his colleagues. Unfortunately, Clark's voice is not too evident in this ostensible collaboration. This book is adequate, perhaps even somewhat more than that (despite its flaws) -- e.g., full points on refuting Sir Edmund Hillary. It cannot compare, however, with Shuker's excellent "From Flying Toads to Snakes with Wings." Finally, a minor but irritating point: The book's cover, both front and back, is incapable of remaining flat! I like my books pristine.
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Summary: Lindorms, Thylacines, and Biographies.... Oh My.
Review: A quintessential compendium to zoological mysteries and the people who search them out. A compilation of histories and biographies of the enigmatic inhabitants of the Earth and those past and present who evaluate their possible existences. Loren Coleman and Jerome Clark join together once again (their first joint book venture in two decades) to bring a human face, and an understanding of the fundamentals of cryptozoology. Combining biographies (and autobiographies in some cases), reports of various mystery animals, word coinage, and general history of major zoological discoveries, this encyclopedia offers the first time reader an idea of the mystery. For the seasoned researcher or informed reader, the book offers them a quick reference guide to better known and lesser-known mystery creatures (cryptids). Although not all encompassing, the encyclopedia does allow for a nice overview of the subject matter. Perhaps one day an expanded full reference encyclopedia will be written. Until then the "Cryptozoology A to Z" condensed version, and similar styled books will have to suffice.
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Summary: Let's be Objective!
Review: Although now with the sudden "death of bigfoot" some of the information is a bit outdated this book is still a must have for anyone interested in crypto-zoology. It is organized very well even though a few of the entries are incomplete and some show downright biased opinions. Most of the book however is a shining gem that sparkles a life into your imagination. Especially when you realize that most of these reported sighting and creatures may well exist in our world. All and all this book may well turn into a classic for the readers of unexplained phenomena.
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Summary: Very Nice work
Review: Although now with the sudden "death of bigfoot" some of the information is a bit outdated this book is still a must have for anyone interested in crypto-zoology. It is organized very well even though a few of the entries are incomplete and some show downright biased opinions. Most of the book however is a shining gem that sparkles a life into your imagination. Especially when you realize that most of these reported sighting and creatures may well exist in our world. All and all this book may well turn into a classic for the readers of unexplained phenomena.
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Summary: Strange Creatures A To Z
Review: An excellent book on Cryptozoology is Cryptozoology A to Z: The Encyclopedia... by Loren Coleman & Jerome Clark. The book includes, in alphabetical order, creatures we are all familiar with - Loch monsters, Sasquatch, Chupacabras, but along with these more familiar names, we find listings for more rare creatures with sightings from the Americas and around the world. The book starts out with a clearly defined timeline beginning in 1812 with Baron Couvier's "rash dictum" - "There is," the Baron said, "little hope of discovering new species." The time line ends in 1999 with the blue Timor Monitor, a rare species of lizard. The encyclopedia begins with the well known "Abominable Snowman" and goes on for over 200 pages of delightful and intriguing descriptions, ending with Zuiyo-Maru Monster, a monster fished out of the sea off the shores of New Zealand. The encyclopedia also includes an extensive appendix featuring museums, periodicals and websites.
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Summary: Strange Creatures A To Z
Review: An excellent book on Cryptozoology is Cryptozoology A to Z: The Encyclopedia... by Loren Coleman & Jerome Clark. The book includes, in alphabetical order, creatures we are all familiar with - Loch monsters, Sasquatch, Chupacabras, but along with these more familiar names, we find listings for more rare creatures with sightings from the Americas and around the world. The book starts out with a clearly defined timeline beginning in 1812 with Baron Couvier's "rash dictum" - "There is," the Baron said, "little hope of discovering new species." The time line ends in 1999 with the blue Timor Monitor, a rare species of lizard. The encyclopedia begins with the well known "Abominable Snowman" and goes on for over 200 pages of delightful and intriguing descriptions, ending with Zuiyo-Maru Monster, a monster fished out of the sea off the shores of New Zealand. The encyclopedia also includes an extensive appendix featuring museums, periodicals and websites.
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Summary: Welcome to THE TWILIGHT ZONE
Review: An excellent book whether you're just discovering Cryptozoology or have been fascinated by tales of mysterious creatures for years. I especially liked the inclusion of biographical material on some researchers (I get tired of seeing names bandied about on web sites and in articles with little idea of who these people are). My biggest complaint is that since I couldn't put the book down it ended all too quickly. What I liked most about the book is that such a large list of possible animals thrown at you so quickly tends to jolt you out of your complacency - the world is not the neat little well-catalogued, easily-explained place most people tend to think it is. This book along with works by Jaques Vallee and Colin Wilson should alter your view of this world forever.
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Summary: Cryptozoology reference par excellence
Review: Any book covering an A to Z of a topic needs to have enough information to make it useful and relevant and this work scores on both counts. This should be a standard reference work for all cryptozoologists and Forteans, I know it sits close to my PC. If you haven't already bought it and you are wondering if you should part with your money -do it, you know it makes sense.
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