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The Book of Mermaids

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This book is primarily for children. I am not a child but have always been interested in mermaids. I found this book to be cute and interesting. It covers mermaids in different cultures from around the world and mermaid culture itself. There are sections on family life, children, community, language, art, fashion, holidays, and magic. There are beautiful color illustrations on every page. This is a book I know I would have loved as a child.
Other books on mermaids:
For Children: The Secret World of Mermaids (Secret World, The) by Francine Rose, Mermaids Most Amazing by Narelle Oliver
For Adults: Magickal Mermaids And Water Creatures: Invoke The Magick Of The Waters by D.J. Conway, Mermaids (Magical Beings) by Elizabeth Ratisseau

Such a wonderful book. The illustrations are lovely!!!! I bought this for my daughter and she's thrilled with the time we spend together reading it. It's a pleasure to discover a book that helps us both discover the magic of underwater worlds and mystery. I recommend this book highly!

For any girl who knows in her heart that mermaids simply and surely must exist, The Book of Mermaids is a must have. Not only does it confirm everything she always knew to be true, it gives a fantastic view, rippling with romance and realism, into the underwater world that seems only a tail-flick away. From merlore and history to details about merfamilies, merfashions and merfestivals, this book is a celebration of fantasy worthy of a reading during Jewel Time festivities. Beautiful, murky water-colored illustrations give a glimpse into a world we all wish to be real.

"The Book of Mermaids' is the quintessential encyclopedia of Mermaidolidgy. Where they swim, how they play, what's hot and what's not in the captivating world of mermaid culture are just a few of the topics skillfully explored in "The Book of Mermaids." It's the perfect choice for every true believer and mermaid lover.

My daughter has been fascinated with mermaids since she was 2. She fell in love with this book. She is now 10 and loves the book. Highly recommended.

A trip to the shore calls for The Book of Mermaids. Author/illustrator Patricia Saxton draws from many cultures and her own imagination to create a fanciful picture book on merfolk arts, language and family life. These sea creatures (half fish, half human) were revered in ancient times as powerful gods and continue to surface in popular culture....Youngsters will have a great time learning about mermaids' mystical tools (pearls and blue stones), weaving their own mermaid tales and poring over Saxton's shimmering mixed-media illustrations, which further heighten the magical quality of these legendary beings.

Although this is a children's book, it was a delight to read. The story was well-crafted and the illustrations are beautiful. I absolutely recommend to "kids of all ages." You will not regret buying this book.

One day when I took my little sister to Barnes and Noble I saw this book. I picked it up and thought "My sister would love this!" I leafed through it a bit and thought it was completely compelling. My sister was 5 then and now is 7, and she still reads it every night before bed. We brought it home and my sister asked our mom to read it to her and our mom loved it too. I pick it up sometimes too still, it's very cool. It really makes you feel like the "mer-world" is yours as you're reading it. A must have for every girl out there.

Nice picture book about mermaids. Giving as gift to 12 year old granddaughter. Illustrates concept of mermaids, but is not scholarly.

Patricia Saxton's magical "Book of Mermaids" will connect you to your inner child and inspire you with mermaid playfulness. Packed with facts and lore and offering the reader a mysitcal connection to the sea, "Book of Mermaids" is a purchase you won't regret. Filled with artistic beauty and wimsy. Ms. Saxton's talent as a story teller and artist is evident with each turn of the page. She takes a light humorous approach to delight the reader with fantastic mermaid wisdom while offering words that speak to the beauty inside each one of us.
Let a little mermaid fun and glamour inspire you while introducing the magical secrets mermaids have to offer. I can't say enough about this book...except, buy it and feel the magic mermaids bring!!