India, Aug. 9 -- Mysterious creatures have fascinated people for centuries, from the legendary Loch Ness Monster and Himalayan Yeti to giant sea creatures and mysterious beings described in folklore. Some stories are rooted in ancient traditions, while others come from reported sightings that remain disputed. For readers fascinated by cryptids, mythology, unexplained encounters and the mysteries of the natural world, these 10 books offer intriguing journeys into creatures that continue to capture the imagination.

1. The Book Of Imaginary Beings - Jorge Luis Borges

Jorge Luis Borges' The Book of Imaginary Beings takes readers into a remarkable world populated by creatures drawn from mythology, folklore, literature and human imagination. ...