The Black Bestiary: A Phantasmagoria of Monsters and Myths from the Philippines (International Edition, English)

Discover the chilling depths of Filipino folklore with The Black Bestiary, a compelling hardcover volume released on November 29, 2022. Authored by Budjette Tan and David Hontiveros, with stunning illustrations by Kajo Baldisimo and Bow Guerrero, this book plunges readers into the eerie world of mythical creatures and dark tales that thrive in the Philippines. The Black Bestiary extends the narrative initiated by The Lost Journal of Alejandro Pardo, introducing readers to the modern-day monster hunters RJ, Gus, and Stanislav. Inspired by Pardo's legendary encounters, this trio embarks on a series of hair-raising expeditions to document the existence of fearsome supernatural beings. Encounter the Bungisngis, a Cyclops with unparalleled strength; the Tahamaling, forest maidens guarding their domain; the Tiktik, part bird, part human predators of the night; and many more grotesque entities that inhabit the rich tapestry of Asian folklore. This book is not just a collection of monster tale