Describes the origins of the sirens, half-women, half-birds, who lured sailors to their deaths with their irresistible voices, and relates their encounter with Ulysses.

Recounts the myth of the hundred-headed creature which was slain by the hero Hercules.

A fierce dragon plaguing a region of Greece comes into combat with the young prince, Cadmus of Phoenicia. The book's illustrations are famous works of art covering many centuries.

A retelling of the myths associated with the terrible goddesses of vengeance who lived in Hades and punished people for every kind of crime.

Describes the origins of the cyclopes, their work as servants to the gods, and their memorable encounter with Ulysses.

Describes the origins of the monsters who lived on either side of the Strait of Messina, wreaking havoc on sailors seeking passage.

Presents the exploits of the monstrous bandit who offered hospitality to travelers on the road from Troezen to Athens, only to perform horrible acts once they went to bed. Liberally illustrated with art works representing many centuries.

Recounts the myth of the giant son of Mother Earth who, with his bodyguards, Gobi, Mordo, and Kell, battled Hercules.

Recounts the myth of Fafnir, the shape-shifting ogre whose thirst for destruction led him into a violent confrontation with the Germanic hero Siegfried.

Recounts the myth of Vilemurk or the Pig's Ploughman, the murderous Hog Who Ate the Sun, who battles the hero Finn McCool in the ancient land of Eire.