Cryptid Tourism

Author : Sara Brooke Christian
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2023-08-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781476691206

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Cryptid Tourism by Sara Brooke Christian Pdf

Monster hunting is more than just going out into the woods or hanging out in graveyards. The history and performance of monster hunting, from Alexander the Great to scientific expeditions of the Victorian era, can lead us directly to modern-day Bigfoot searches. Combining methods of scientific exploration with aspects of tourism theory demonstrates how monster-hunting is performative and, through an analysis tool called The Cryptid Tourist Gaze, this book examines how and why we go looking for monsters and the ways in which small towns celebrate the monsters that once haunted them. By looking at specific museums such as The North American Bigfoot Center and Expedition Bigfoot: The Sasquatch Museum as well as various festivals and conferences such as The Mothman Festival and the UFO Festival in Roswell, we can witness the ways modern monster-hunting practices are performed and see how much they have evolved from their predecessors. Through themes of liminality, community, and initiation, the performance of monster hunting through cryptid tourism allows both participants and observers to gain insight into why looking for monsters, proving their existence, and sharing experiences with other believers is so important.

Author : Bernadette Johnson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2023-06-13
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781646044948

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The Big Book of Cryptid Trivia by Bernadette Johnson Pdf

Explore the world of cryptozoology in this first-ever trivia book all about the folklore, study, and eye-witness testimonies of cryptids like the Jersey Devil, Yeti, and more! You’ve heard of Bigfoot (aka Sasquatch) and the Loch Ness Monster (aka Nessie). But these famous beasties are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the fantastic beasts, real and imagined, out there in the wild. These creatures are called cryptids: animals that some think exist but for which there is no concrete scientific evidence. In The Big Book of Cryptid Trivia, you’ll learn all about cryptozoologists and ufologists like Loren Coleman and John Keel, as well as about real-life sightings and interesting tales of famous and lesser-known cryptids all over the world, including: Tahoe Tessie Mokele-Mbembe Ahool of Java Georgia Bigfoot Piltdown Man Hogzilla Pope Lick Monster Loveland Frog And more! Whether you are a seasoned skeptic, a budding cryptozoologist, or something in between, this book is sure to include facts and oddities that intrigue, educate, and entertain. Perhaps you'll find out if you want to partake in a bit of cryptid tourism. Loch Ness, anyone?

Author : J. W. Ocker
Publisher : Quirk Books
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2022-10-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781683693239

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The United States of Cryptids by J. W. Ocker Pdf

Meet the monsters in our midst, from bigfoot to Mothman and beyond! Welcome to the United States of Cryptids, where mysterious monsters lurk in the dark forests, deep lakes, and sticky swamps of all fifty states. From the infamous Jersey Devil to the obscure Snallygaster, travel writer and chronicler of the strange J. W. Ocker uncovers the bizarre stories of these creatures and investigates the ways in which communities embrace and celebrate their local cryptids. Readers will learn about: • Batsquatch of Washington, a winged bigfoot that is said to have emerged from the eruption of Mount Saint Helens • Nain Rouge of Michigan, a fierce red goblin that has been spotted before every major city disaster in Detroit • Flatwoods Monster of West Virginia, a robotic extraterrestrial that crash-landed in rural Appalachia • Lizard Man of South Carolina, a reptilian mutant that attacked a teenager in the summer of 1988 • Glocester Ghoul of Rhode Island, a fire-breathing dragon that guards a hoard of pirate treasure • And many more! Whether you believe in bigfoot or not, this fully illustrated compendium is a fun, frightening, fascinating tour through American folklore and history, exploring the stories we tell about monsters and what those stories say about us.

Author : Bernadette Johnson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2023-06-13
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781646045082

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The Big Book of Cryptid Trivia by Bernadette Johnson Pdf

Explore the world of cryptozoology in this first-ever trivia book all about the folklore, study, and eye-witness testimonies of cryptids like the Jersey Devil, Yeti, and more! You’ve heard of Bigfoot (aka Sasquatch) and the Loch Ness Monster (aka Nessie). But these famous beasties are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the fantastic beasts, real and imagined, out there in the wild. These creatures are called cryptids: animals that some think exist but for which there is no concrete scientific evidence. In The Big Book of Cryptid Trivia, you’ll learn all about cryptozoologists and ufologists like Loren Coleman and John Keel, as well as about real-life sightings and interesting tales of famous and lesser-known cryptids all over the world, including: Tahoe Tessie Mokele-Mbembe Ahool of Java Georgia Bigfoot Piltdown Man Hogzilla Pope Lick Monster Loveland Frog And more! Whether you are a seasoned skeptic, a budding cryptozoologist, or something in between, this book is sure to include facts and oddities that intrigue, educate, and entertain. Perhaps you'll find out if you want to partake in a bit of cryptid tourism. Loch Ness, anyone?

Author : Scott C. Marlowe
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03-04
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 1495398706

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Cryptid Creatures of Florida by Scott C. Marlowe Pdf

This book explores cryptid creatures you will find in the State of Florida, and opens up a new venue of "eco-tourism" for those seeking adventure in the outdoors here. If you enjoy pursuing the odd, strange, unusual or just plain weird things in nature, you will find this book a great starting place to plan your next eco-safari.

Author : Elana Gomel
Publisher : Bloodshot Books
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2019-04-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1947522205

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The Cryptids by Elana Gomel Pdf

An invasion like no other is threatening the Silicon Valley. A cutting-edge quantum communication technology has unleashed a flood of cryptid sightings. From headless Mothmen to dog-faced cats, strange beasts are prowling the streets and emerging from the woods, spreading a deadly epidemic of mind-blindness. Children mutate into protean monsters; people are carried away by thunderbirds; and those who survive fail to recognize themselves in the mirror. Cryptozoologist Sharon Manley, a stranger in a strange land, thinks she knows what is going on. But who is going to believe her if her information comes to her in dreams? Torn between two countries and two men, she finally embarks on a one-way odyssey into the heart of the cryptid Earth to uncover its shocking secrets. Her quest takes her to the forest of flayed bears, to the beach colonized by Mothmen, and finally to the golden city of Hell. There she has to confront the enigmatic cryptid masters and to make the choice that will determine the fate of more worlds than one.

Author : Anna Lee Davis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2017-10-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1524551449

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Cryptid by Anna Lee Davis Pdf

This book is a story of cryptid monsters--monsters that are rare or extinct or unidentified--and adventures.

Author : Gerry Griffiths
Publisher : Cryptid Zoo
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1922323802

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Cryptid Kingdom by Gerry Griffiths Pdf

Cryptozoologist Professor Nora Howard and cryptid hunter Jack Tremens are on the verge of giving up hope of ever finding Lennie-Nora's pet twelve-foot tall Yeren-after his abduction when by chance, they discover he's been taken halfway around the world. Gabe Wells and Caroline Rollins travel to Hangshong Providence with a college friend to visit a new and exciting theme park with death defying rides, a thrilling water park, and some of China's most legendary and unimaginable creatures cloned straight off the pages of the ancestral story books.FBI Special Agents Anna Rivers and Mack Hunter go overseas in search of a missing congressman's son and hopefully track down the elusive billionaire Carter Wilde and bio-geneticist Dr. Joel McCabe who are both wanted by the authorities.Soon everyone's paths will converge as terrors abound in CRYPTID KINGDOM.

Author : Scott Marlowe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2011-08
Category : Cryptozoology
ISBN : 1905723776

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The Cryptid Creatures of Florida by Scott Marlowe Pdf

Florida is unique among cryptid locales. We boast, if that is the right word, a counterpart to all of the "Big Five" cryptids: Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, Chupacabra, Thunderbird, and Dinosauria, here. We also have a few unique cryptids of our own that wander the more remote places of the state. But beware, some of them can be found right in someone's back yard.

Author : Edward J. McFadden
Publisher : Severed Press
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1922551562

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The Cryptid Club by Edward J. McFadden Pdf

When cryptozoologist Ash Cohn receives a gold embossed printed invitation inviting him to join The Cryptid Club, he sees the resolution to all his problems.Famous cryptid scientist and biologist, Lester Treemont, one of the world's richest men, and the leader of the Cryptid Club, is dying. What he offers via his invitation is a chance to succeed him. To take over his wealth, laboratory, and discoveries. All Ash has to do is beat eight others like him in a series of tests both mental and physical involving Treemont's collection of cryptids. Seems simple enough, and Ash has nothing to lose.Nine strangers from across the globe, all with reasons for wanting to win. When they start dying one by one, the competition shifts to one of survival. Who among them will rise to the top and reign over The Cryptid Club?

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Leavenworth (Kan.)
ISBN : OCLC:1249949159

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Showcase by Anonim Pdf

Author : Stephen Briggs,Terry Pratchett
Publisher : Random House
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781473589650

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A Tourist Guide To Lancre by Stephen Briggs,Terry Pratchett Pdf

Not only an artistic and breathtaking view of Lancre but also an interesting and informative guide to one of the Discworld's more, er, picturesque kingdoms. Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg and Magrat Garlick live there. Lancre could hardly be somwhere ordinary, could it? Magic glues the Discworld together and a lot of it ends up in Lancre, principal Kingdom of the Ramtop Mountains. Between Uberwald and Whale Bay, the Octarine Grass Country and the Windersins Ocean lies the most exciting and dangerous terrain in all Discworld. The Ramtops supply Discworld with most of its witches and wizards. The leaves on the trees move even when there is no breeze. Rocks go for a stroll in the evening. Even the land, at times, seems alive. The mapp may be only two-dimensional, but watch it very carefully and you might just see it jostle about a bit.

Author : Gerry Griffiths
Publisher : Cryptid Zoo
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1922323497

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Cryptid Nation by Gerry Griffiths Pdf

Two years after the horrific disaster at Cryptid Zoo, sinister creatures created by bio-geneticist Dr. Joel McCabe from his hidden underground bunker laboratory overrun the nation. Cryptid hunters, Jack Tremens and Miguel Walla with the help of cryptozoologist Professor Nora Howard must hunt the madman down and stop the scourge. Meanwhile, Allen Moss and his wife, Laney battle the ruthless pharmaceutical giant run by billionaire Carter Wilde who is also using his influential powers to legislate a congressional bill to protect all cryptids under the Endangered Species Act. Lock your doors and board up your windows because soon you will be living in CRYPTID NATION.

Author : Lucas Pederson
Publisher : Severed Press
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2022-01-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1922551244

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Cryptid Force Six by Lucas Pederson Pdf

After a couple of years of battling vicious monsters, the rag-tag team decides to take a vacation in Baja, Mexico. All is well until a distraught local finds them and asks for help rescuing a lost fishing charter not far off the coast of Baja. A simple mission, sure, but little do they know, it's all a setup and now they must face a huge cryptid with massive jaws and hunger beyond imagination.

Author : Eric Penz
Publisher : iUniverse Star
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2006-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 158348485X

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Cryptid by Eric Penz Pdf

"Outstanding, highly recommended! Eric Penz's fast-paced novel, with its micro-textbook on Gigantopithecus, was an easy pick for my Top Books of 2005." -Loren Coleman, author of Bigfoot! The True Story of Apes in America. The line between history and legend can be deceptively thin-too thin perhaps to maintain the claim that one is exclusively fact and one fiction. Such may be the case with the history of Lewis and Clark. For the fact is that two hundred years after they were handpicked by Thomas Jefferson to lead an extraordinary expedition to the Pacific coast legends still persist regarding unexplained gaps in the explorers' field journals. Call it legend, call it history, Cryptid tells the riveting story of conspiracy theorists who have new evidence of a centuries-old cover-up. When a cryptozoologist, a paleontologist, and a Jefferson descendant begin connecting the dots, they threaten to do more than unveil the well-guarded scientific discovery that lies at the heart of the ancient secret; they threaten to rewrite American history. That is if they can survive a conspiracy that dates back to the Founding Fathers-the very same that haunted Lewis to his grave. It may be that one of our nation's first secrets is still being kept. Cryptid illustrates how the human act of seeking the truth can be the very element that destroys it. Two centuries in the making, Cryptid is the final chapter of the Lewis and Clark story. And, as with any good tale, the best secrets have been kept until the end.