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The Beast of Boggy Creek: The True Story of the Fouke Monster Paperback – Illustrated, June 9, 2023

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For more than a century, reports of a strange beast known as the Fouke Monster have circulated among the locals in southern Arkansas. Described as a large, hairy man-like creature, it's said to haunt the vast Sulphur River Bottoms as it travels the secluded waterway known as Boggy Creek. Over the years, the creature has been seen by numerous witnesses including respected citizens, experienced hunters, famous musicians, and even a police officer. The encounters were often so shocking, they served as inspiration for the classic horror film, The Legend of Boggy Creek, by Charles B. Pierce. Tales of the creature have long existed in scattered pieces across news clippings, memoirs, police reports, and movies, but it is only now that the complete history of the Fouke Monster has been assembled in one place. This book collects all the facts, theories, and amazing sighting reports, and weaves them into a fascinating tale about this undeniable southern mystery, one that lives on, as frightening encounters with the Beast of Boggy Creek are still being reported today!

About the Author: Growing up in Texas, LYLE BLACKBURN became fascinated with the legends, lore, and sighting reports of alleged real-life monsters. He is a frequent contributor and cryptozoology advisor to Rue Morgue magazine, one of the leading horror media publications in print today. He is also the founder and frontman for the rock band Ghoultown. Over the last decade, Ghoultown has released six albums, toured extensively in both the U.S. and Europe, and has appeared on several horror movie soundtracks. Lyle currently lives near Dallas, Texas, where he enjoys a day off now and then.

"Take a shot of monstrous menace, add to it a high degree of abominable intrigue, and top it all off with a dose of near-Lovecraftian-style terror, and you have Lyle Blackburn's The Beast of Boggy Creek. Destined to become a cryptozoological classic!" -- Nick Redfern, author of Monster Diary and There's Something in the Woods

"For too long, the story of the Fouke Monster has been mired in a murky morass where the distinction between legend, reality, and cult movies blur together. In this fantastic tome, Lyle Blackburn deftly wades through the boggy bayous to chronicle the strange but true history of the greatest monster legend of the American South. An extremely enjoyable and spooky ride, this book will make you wonder if a monstrous man-beast might indeed be watching you from the shadowy confines of the bottomlands." -- Sean Whitley, director of Southern Fried Bigfoot

"Like many, I was inspired as a child by watching Legend of Boggy Creek. It is the main reason I am an anthropologist today! This book brought back all those memories of watching the movie as a child and being fascinated with the beast that always follows the creeks. This is a must have for all movie fans, history buffs, and bigfooters!" -- Kathy Moskowitz, author of Giants, Cannibals and Monsters: Bigfoot in Native Culture

"Amazingly researched and absolutely gripping, The Beast of Boggy Creek is a vital look at a true southern legend." -- Dave Alexander, editor of Rue Morgue magazine

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"An extremely enjoyable and spooky ride." -- Sean Whitley, director Southern Fried Bigfoot

"I could not put this book down." -- Neal Arnold, author of Monster! The A-Z of Zooform Phenomenon

"Amazingly researched and absolutely gripping." -- Dave Alexander, editor Rue Morgue magazine

"Destined to become a cryptozoological classic!" -- Nick Redfern, author of There's Something in the Woods

This is a must have for all movie fans, history buffs, and bigfooters!" -- Kathy Moskowitz Strain, author Giants, Cannibals & Monsters: Bigfoot in Native Culture

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For more than a century, reports of a strange beast known as the Fouke Monster have circulated among the locals in southern Arkansas. Described as a large, hairy man-like creature, it's said to haunt the vast Sulphur River Bottoms as it travels the secluded waterway known as Boggy Creek. Over the years, the creature has been seen by numerous witnesses including respected citizens, experienced hunters, famous musicians, and even a police officer. The encounters were often so shocking, they served as inspiration for the classic horror film, "The Legend of Boggy Creek," by Charles B. Pierce.

Tales of the creature have long existed in scattered pieces across news clippings, memoirs, police reports, and movies, but it is only now that the complete history of the Fouke Monster has been assembled in one place. This book collects all the facts, theories, and amazing sighting reports, and weaves them into a fascinating tale about this undeniable southern mystery, one that lives on, as frightening encounters with the Beast of Boggy Creek are still being reported today!

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Anomalist Books; Illustrated edition (June 9, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 257 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1933665572
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1933665573
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.3 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.58 x 9 inches

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Lyle Blackburn is a native Texan known for his work in writing, music, and film. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including “The Beast of Boggy Creek” and “Sinister Swamps,” whose subject matter reflects his life-long fascination with legendary creatures and strange phenomenon. Lyle is also the founder of the rock band, Ghoultown, and narrator/producer of documentary films such as “The Mothman of Point Pleasant” and “Boggy Creek Monster.”

Lyle is a frequent guest on radio programs such as Coast To Coast AM, and has been featured on various television shows airing on Animal Planet, Destination America, Travel, Discovery Science, and Shudder.

When Lyle isn’t writing books, hunting monsters, or performing with his band, he can be found speaking at various cryptozoology conferences and horror conventions around the United States. Just look for the trademark black cowboy hat.

For more info, visit www.lyleblackburn.com

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Customers find this book to be a wonderful read with detailed information about the legend, and one customer notes how it opens their eyes to the story and movie. Moreover, the writing is easy to follow and heavily illustrated, while the research is well-documented. Additionally, the book serves as an excellent companion piece to the classic film and includes background on the Fouke/Jonesville Arkansas area. Customers appreciate the many photographs and find the content suspenseful.

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92 customers mention "Readability"92 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable and entertaining, describing it as a great bigfoot book that is incredibly compelling.

"...The book is, to put it in one word "Awesome". This is not a book that Lyle took a couple of stories and slapped a cover on it...." Read more

"...and the atmosphere surrounding it to the reader, and his enthusiasm is contagious. Highly recommended...." Read more

"...In my opinion, he succeeded. I very much enjoyed this book...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's detailed information about the legend and situational narrative, with one customer noting it's chock-full of actual events.

"...It has a lot of information about the movie that you probably didn't know...." Read more

"...Colorful stories abound, and it's clear that Blackburn has put a lot of effort into getting around and unearthing every scrap of information he..." Read more

"...The book not only chronicles the history of the creature sightings before and after the pivotal Ford incident but does a fine job of analyzing the..." Read more

"...Interesting details, like the fact that the bogus-looking, but still interesting, 3-toes tracks famously "discovered" in a soybean field,..." Read more

61 customers mention "Research quality"61 positive0 negative

Customers praise the book's research quality, noting it is incredibly well researched and provides facts to the reader, with one customer highlighting its thorough examination of each subject.

"...Not only is it well researched, but the whole format keeps you glued to the pages. It really is hard to put down once you start reading it...." Read more

"...Remote sites were visited, living witnesses were interviewed, and news reports were meticulously scavenged for details on the creature...." Read more

"...before and after the pivotal Ford incident but does a fine job of analyzing the movie, The Legend of Boggy Creek, in terms of the actual reports..." Read more

"...and the Fouke Monster," this book really helps fill in the gaps with information on the who, what, when, and where of the famous 1971-1973..." Read more

46 customers mention "Writing quality"46 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, finding it easy to follow and well illustrated, with one customer noting its above average vocabulary and style.

"...It really is hard to put down once you start reading it. The illustrations are excellent...." Read more

"...The writing is clear and accessible and the pace keeps you turning the pages...." Read more

"...I must mention the fabulous drawings by Dan Brereton that accompany the account write-ups depicting the monster as a very muscular, intimidating,..." Read more

"...But the narrative is clear, interesting, and well presented...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's historical research, with one customer noting how it provides background on the Fouke/Jonesville Arkansas area.

"...The author includes background to the Fouke/Jonesville Arkansas area in order for us to understand life here...." Read more

"...Great history of the Fouke Monster or the Boggy Creek monster. I love cryptids and Blackburn is one of the better researched and writers." Read more

"...It was written very well, presenting facts, examples down through the ages. I saw tracks in Naylor, GA in1949...." Read more

"...I see this book as a true example of good historical research, cultural anthropological research, and some honest fair interviewing...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the era of this book, describing it as a classic movie that serves as an excellent companion piece to the film, with one customer noting it includes both older and recent sightings.

"Lyle Blackburn has brought us a true classic, a page-turner that leaves us spellbound till the very end...." Read more

"This book makes an excellent companion piece to the classic film, The Legend of Boggy Creek...." Read more

"...There is enough older and recent sitings and info to keep you interested, All in all a good summer quick read, that made me to watch the movie again..." Read more

"...and provides great peeks behind the cinematic curtain of that amazing old movie. Thank you, Mr Blackburn. Well done! I loved it!" Read more

7 customers mention "Suspenseful content"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the suspenseful content of the book, with one customer describing it as chilling reading and another noting the strange reports related to the mysterious beast.

"...Blackburn's retelling of these events makes for chilling reading and his subsequent investigation into the riddle of that body is incredibly..." Read more

"Good book and spooky! I wrote the above words actually before I had read this book...." Read more

"...and relevant while sharing information and reports related to the mysterious beast that may or may not have haunted boggy creek...." Read more

"I loved this book. Fast paced, interesting, and scary at parts. I remember watching the movie when I was a kid...." Read more

5 customers mention "Photography"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the many photographs in the book, with one noting the inclusion of black and white images.

"...That, coupled with copious photographs, and the incomparable Dan Brereton's Creepy magazine style sketches make for a great overall package...." Read more

"...There are many photographs (many taken by the author himself), and some great black and white illustrations by the brilliant Daniel Brereton." Read more

"...on the short side, but does provide lots of content and some black & white photos (so it's definitely a good value for the price)." Read more

"...ever wanted to know about the Boggy Creek Monster, along with some great photos! Tons of detailed sighting accounts...." Read more

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Robert C Robinson
The Fouke Monster returns!
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2012
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I remember back in 1974, my parents took me and my brother to the drive-in. They were playing a double feature. The first movie was "The Legend of Boggy Creek". Now, I had heard of this movie and wanted to see it. Well, the lights went out and the movie started. The first thing that came on was a single sentence "This is a True Story". I thought is this some kind of a warning? I sat there in our station wagon with just my eyes gazing over from the back seat, scared out of my pants, watching this movie. When the movies were over, we headed home and I was so scared and didn't even remember the second movie. All I could think of was this large hairy bipedal monster walking through the woods. We got home and as usual, I had to take the dogs outside to do their business. As I looked out at our dark back yard. I thought of the Fouke Monster. I wondered if he had left Fouke and was now in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Was it waiting for me, knowing that I just saw a movie about it? I went and got my little brother to go out with me. I figured I could run faster than him and if it was there, it would get him, instead of me. It turned out it was out there, but that didn't stop me from always looking over my shoulder when I went into the woods. As you can see the movie left a lasting impression on me. Later I got into monster hunting and I owe all of it to "The Legend of Boggy Creek. This movie is considered the quinessential Bigfoot movie, among cryptozoology fans. After reading Lyle Blackburn's book on the Fouke Monster, I have come to release that I am not the only one, that movie effected and inspired. Lyle has done what nobody else has. He has done the most complete and thorough research on the legend of the Fouke monster. The book is, to put it in one word "Awesome". This is not a book that Lyle took a couple of stories and slapped a cover on it. He has done his homework,that I suspect, involved a lot of road trips to Fouke and Jonesville and to the local newspapers. Not only is it well researched, but the whole format keeps you glued to the pages. It really is hard to put down once you start reading it. The illustrations are excellent. This is a must for anybody who is a fan of "The Legend of Boggy Creek". It has a lot of information about the movie that you probably didn't know. The book not only goes over the movie but the legend as well and you will come to find out that the sightings of the Fouke monster are continuing, to this very day. I highly recommend it to anybody who loves reading about cryptozoology. After you read it, you'll want jump right up and go on a monster hunt. Just make sure you take a flashlight, you never know what's out there in the dark.

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Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2013
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The Beast of Boggy Creek by Lyle Blackburn documents the history of a Sasquatch-like creature that has been making appearances in the vicinity of Fouke, Arkansas for decades. Also known as the Fouke Monster, it originally catapulted to fame when it became the subject of the 70s film The Legend of Boggy Creek. Blackburn recognizes the movie, which he first saw as a youngster, as being a significant contributor to his eventual adult interest in cryptozoology. Finding a dearth of solid documentation regarding the monster, the author took it upon himself to pursue the topic and become the beast's "biographer."

A biography almost seems to be an appropriate summary for the book, too. The author does not invest heavily into trying to prove nor disprove the reality of the creature. He does include a summary of some common theories in one of the later chapters, and although it's made fairly clear that none of the suggested debunkings seem to hold much water, the work ultimately shies away from forcing an explanation. The focus is clearly on recording the story for what it is; who saw what, where, and when. Colorful stories abound, and it's clear that Blackburn has put a lot of effort into getting around and unearthing every scrap of information he could. Remote sites were visited, living witnesses were interviewed, and news reports were meticulously scavenged for details on the creature. He even manages to tie nearly every scene from the Boggy Creek film to the real life event that inspired it. And the end result is impressive to say the least. Every mystery beast should be so lucky to have such a dedicated biographer.

I really loved this book. It reminded me of all the things I enjoy in a good old fortean mystery. There are colorful characters aplenty, and a constant stream of the odd and intriguing incidents that you just can't help but want to believe. The author manages to hit pretty much every aspect of the story, too. From the history of the location and early sightings, to the infamous film and the resulting monster craze, and many of the locals who wound up at the core of the situation (right up to present day), there's rarely a dull moment. The writing is clear and accessible and the pace keeps you turning the pages. Blackburn really manages to express his own love of the mystery and the atmosphere surrounding it to the reader, and his enthusiasm is contagious.

Highly recommended. Existing knowledge of the Boggy Creek film is also by no means a requirement. While I'm sure it adds some extra depth for those who have seen it, The Beast of Boggy Creek easily stands on its own merits.

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BUDZYN BOLESLAS
the beast of boggy creek
Reviewed in France on April 17, 2015
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passionnant!
pour les amateur de "bigfoot-sasquatch
se déguste comme une aventure grace au style de Lyle Blackburn
qui entraine le lecteur dans son enquete

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Kelvin Laing
Enjoyed the book
Reviewed in Canada on October 2, 2015
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Enjoyed the book, it was interesting to learn about the background that made that movie so many years ago that had us at parts on the edge of our seats with suspense.

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Mr. P. Bestall
... captured a centre flavour with his book about the Best of Boggy Creek
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 9, 2016
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Lyle Blackburn has certainly captured a centre flavour with his book about the Best of Boggy Creek. A monster that has been part of my psche ever since I saw the infamous docu-drama "The legend of Boggy Creek" as a child, it was interesting to see that this wasn't just a series of urban myths and PR for the film masquerading as evidence. Blackburn has a well known reputation in the circles of Cryptozoology and having read several of his articles and seen him interviewed several times, I hoped the book would match the persona.
What I found was a well written, investigative book that gives an excellent overview of the whole scenario, the continued sightings and where the monster goes from here. A really, really interesting book.

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Robert L
... me caught in its mystery and this is an excellent read to answer those questions and add others
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 18, 2015
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After watching the film 'The Boggy Creek Monster' years ago as a kid the history of the monster has me caught in its mystery and this is an excellent read to answer those questions and add others. A very enlightening read as to the history and background to the monster, the people, the town and dotted within each chapter are histories of sightings from early to later accounts. Just don't read this when your a passenger in a car on a lonely forested road at night ;-)

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A comprehensive account
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 29, 2014
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Written with enthusiasm and considerable first hand research Lyle Blackburn presents a thoroughly entertaining Cryptozoological journey into Arkansas murky swamps and keeps a fascinating legend alive for the next generation of monster Hunter.

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