· Author's Note
· In search of fantasy animals
· Introducing Detective B

1 Auspicious animal

The phoenix, the noble bird that announces an era of peace
Jujak, the messenger who protects the south
Black Tortoise, the guardian deity of the north
White Tiger, the guardian deity of the west
A giraffe with a good nature
Baektaek, who understood the meaning of all things
Detective B's Fantasy Animal Notes

2 Animals that ward off disaster and bring good fortune

Haetae, which blocks fire and protects justice
Tiger Mountain Spirit Mountain Army
Samduiljogeung, the three-headed family that eliminates the three calamities
Three-eyed dog Sammokgu
The ghost-exorcising Sapsalgae
The god of wealth
Detective B's Fantasy Animal Notes

3 Dragons and animals that dream of dragons

The dragon that rules over heaven and water
Imoogi who wants to become a dragon
Yeongno, the snake that eats noblemen
A fish-like dragon jumping over a waterfall
Dragon Horse, the hero's horse that runs like the wind
Detective B's Fantasy Animal Notes

4 Animals that connect heaven and earth

The bird of the sun, Samjok-o
Golden rooster calling for a bright morning
Heavenly Horse that travels between heaven and earth
White deer playing with the gods
Jinmyosu guarding the tomb
The Grim Reaper, the guide to the afterlife
The new and old that convey the will of God
Detective B's Fantasy Animal Notes

5 harmful animals

The ghost Changgui attached to the tiger
Nine-tailed fox, Gumiho
A mouse that transforms into a human
The bird that eats people, the five-legged crow
A tiger as scary as a tiger
Detective B's Fantasy Animal Notes

6 unusual animals

Iron-eating monster starfish
The rabbit that makes the elixir of immortality
The human-faced bird that connects heaven and earth
Two of us, one bird
Goldenfish with blade-like fins
Myodusa, a shaman who heals the sick
Detective B's Fantasy Animal Notes

· Invitation to a fantasy adventure
· Find fantasy animals
· Reference sources

35 fantastic Korean animals introduced for the first time in a children's book!
Living and breathing in mysterious myths, legends and folktales
Let's explore fantasy animals!

Mysterious fantasy animals live around you.
Its presence is evident in cultural assets, legends, and everyday life.
I have a friend who observes and records these fantastic creatures.
It's Detective B! He's a wonderful friend who goes wherever fantastical creatures are found and lets us know about their existence.
Shall we go on a journey to find fantasy animals with Detective B from now on?

The first Korean fantasy animal guide for children

Mystical, fantastical creatures live in the myths, legends, and folktales of Korea that have been passed down through generations.
In cultural assets where we can catch a glimpse of our ancestors' footsteps.
In the life I was used to.
Our fantasy animals appear everywhere.
『Korean Fantasy Beasts Encyclopedia』 is the first children's book to introduce living, breathing fantasy animals from Korean classics.
Among the countless animals, 35 of the most famous fantasy creatures are collected in one volume.
Auspicious animals, animals that bring good fortune, animals that dream of dragons and dragons, animals that connect heaven and earth, harmful animals, unusual animals, etc.
35 fantastic animals are divided into 6 chapters.
For children familiar with books introducing Japanese monsters and ghosts, 『Korean Fantasy Animal Encyclopedia』 will be a special book that presents a new encounter.

A variety of sights to see with classic and character paintings

A fantasy animal painting that captures the eye with its traditional Korean feel.
This painting is characterized by its vivid depiction of a fantasy animal in a classical style, drawing on various reference materials.
Take a look at this picture to see what fantasy creatures look like.
You can also meet the fantasy animals introduced here as cute and friendly characters.
The variety of sights provided by the colorful and diverse illustrations will delight the eyes of young readers.

Gain common knowledge with information on related animals and similar Western fantasy creatures!

- What is the wisest animal in the world that knows everything?
- What animal brings wealth when kept at home?
- What animal turns into a human when you eat its fingernails?
- What animal grows bigger when it eats iron and is immune to any attack?

The various fantastical creatures that appear in Korean legends each boast their own unique characteristics.
All 35 are unusual in their appearance and characteristics.
How did they originate?
What abilities do they have?
What other symbolism does it have?
We've compiled key facts and information about fantasy animals you may not have known into one volume.
In addition, we have also introduced animals related to the fantasy animals introduced here, as well as fantasy animals from the West, making it a rich source of reading material.