Myths and legends of the world / John M. Wickersham, editor in chief.
by Wickersham, John M [editor in chief.].
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BookPublisher: New York : Macmillan References USA , c2000Description: 4 vol. : col. illus., col. maps ; 28 cm.ISBN: 0028654390 (set: alk. paper); 0028654358 (vol. 1); 0028654366 (vol. 2); 0028654374 (vol. 3); 0028654382 (vol. 4).Subject(s): Mythology -- Juvenile literture | Legends | Mythology -- Encyclopedias | Folklore -- Encyclopedias | Mythologie -- Ouvrages pour la jeunesse | Legendes | Mythologie -- Encyclopedies | Folklore -- Encyclopedies| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due |
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
vol. 1. Abel-Coriolanus -- vol. 2. corn-lo -- vol. 3 Iphigenia-Quelzalcoatl -- vol. 4. Ra (Re)-Zoroastrian mythology.
As students study hisotry, literature, drama, poetry and art, they encounter numerous references to mythical figures and legends from different cultures. Existing encyclopedias focus on specific cultures, such as the classical Greeks, or on themes, such as angels or nature myths. Myths and Legends of the World is an authitative and comprehensive source of myths and legends from around the world, encompassing North and South America, Africa and Asia, and the Pacific islands. whether reserching a specific mythical figure, a particular motif, an ethnic group, or looking up a term this resource is designed for easy access. Illustrated throughout with more than 200 drawings and photos, the set also includes helpful sidebars and extensive backmatter, including genealogy trees that show the relationships between deities, and a subject index -- helpful in tracing similar themes across cultures.
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