Unicorns were thought to be able to purify water and neutralize poisons. Readers discover incredible legends about these mythical creatures and fun facts about unicorn mythology are presented in accessible text. Only pure maidens were believed to be able to bring unicorns out of hiding. The great adventures of King Arthur and the unicorn, and the story of the unicorns' refusal to board Noah's ark surround the featured tale of the kindhearted maiden...