Monstrous: The Lore, Gore, and Science behind Your Favorite Monsters

This illustrated nonfiction book investigates the history and science associated with eight well-known monsters, including Dracula and the kraken. It poses questions about whether ideas from monster stories, such as Dr. Frankenstein’s machine bringing a body to life, could be possible. Dark, spooky artwork accompanies timelines, source notes, a bibliography, and a glossary, connecting folklore-filled creatures with scientific inquiry and historical context.