{"product_id":"9781683693222-the-united-states-of-cryptids","title":"The United States of Cryptids","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Tour of American Myths and Monsters\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWelcome to the stranger side of America—where monsters lurk in forests, lakes, swamps, deserts, and roadside legends across all fifty states.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWelcome to the stranger side of America—where monsters lurk in forests, lakes, swamps, deserts, and roadside legends across all fifty states.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe United States of Cryptids: A Tour of American Myths and Monsters\u003c\/i\u003e is a fascinating and fully illustrated journey through the weird world of American cryptids, from iconic creatures like Bigfoot and Mothman to bizarre local legends most people have never heard of. Written by travel writer and folklore enthusiast J. W. Ocker, this entertaining nonfiction guide explores the myths, sightings, history, and communities surrounding America’s most mysterious monsters. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTravel state by state through the hidden corners of American folklore and discover:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Jersey Devil haunting the Pine Barrens \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Flatwoods Monster of West Virginia \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMichigan’s terrifying Nain Rouge \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouth Carolina’s Lizard Man \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWashington’s Batsquatch \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountless regional creatures, lake monsters, goblins, beasts, and unexplained legends \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMore than just a monster encyclopedia, \u003ci\u003eThe United States of Cryptids\u003c\/i\u003e explores why communities embrace these legends through festivals, museums, roadside attractions, local pride, and spooky storytelling traditions. Whether you believe in cryptids or simply love folklore and weird Americana, this book offers a fun, atmospheric look at the stories people continue to tell about the unknown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePacked with illustrations, historical context, cultural trivia, and humor, this comprehensive guide is perfect for paranormal fans, Halloween readers, road-trip dreamers, and anyone fascinated by the strange side of American history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePack your flashlight, keep an eye on the woods, and start your cryptid tour across America.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57769415934326,"sku":"9781683693222","price":15.11,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/stand_41143904_bb86dfb9-9e34-452f-ad98-efdcbcc72c2c.jpg?v=1778120266","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9781683693222-the-united-states-of-cryptids","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}