A collection of myths and legends from around the world features the "baddest" beasts of all time, including "The Riddle of the Sphinx" and "The Dragon and Saint George," along with Celtic and American Indian tales.

Based on stories originally published in The Kingfisher book of myths and legends.

The riddle of the sphinx : Greek -- The incredible spotted egg : Cheyenne Indian -- The dragon and Saint George : English -- The washer at the ford : Celtic -- The gorgon's head : Greek -- Ten terrible beasts and amazing monsters you might not have heard of.