Author: Arthur CotterellPublisher:
ISBN: 0192177478
Category : Mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
The Dictionary of Mythology
Author: Ja ColemanPublisher: Arcturus Editions
ISBN: 9781789508604
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Who was Artemis and what part did she play in the battle of the Giants? Who was the whale-monster Qaqwaii and how did he hunt his prey? This dictionary of mythology is a wonderful and invaluable reference guide to the various myths and legends from across the globe. Dip into this A-Z guide to discover the names of devious gods, enchanted objects and ancient cities, as well as the cultures that these tales originate from. These myths are taken not only from the familiar Greek, Roman and Norse traditions but also Mesopotamian, Haitian, Tibetan, Native American and many more. Painstakingly researched over 25 years, this incredible resource provides more than just scholarly information but also showcases the staggering creativity and imagination of our ancient belief systems. This beautiful hardback edition is presented in a handsome slipcase, making a perfect collectable or gift for any mythology enthusiasts.
Illustrated Dictionary of Mythology
Author: Philip WilkinsonPublisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780751357981
Category : Goddesses
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Organized by geographic region and with characters from the same stories and episodes grouped together, this comprehensive book is an excellent reference tool. Legendary heroes appear with their adversaries to set each myth in context, as do gods and goddesses of the underworld and mythical beasts.
A Dictionary of World Mythology
Author: Arthur CotterellPublisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 019107893X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 461
Book Description
The powerful gods of Greece, Rome, and Scandinavia, the more mystical deities of Buddhist and Hindu India, and the stern spirits of the African and American continents all reflect very different civilizations, yet they also demonstrate the unity of mankind in its fundamental need for explanations of the unknown. Arthur Cotterell sets out clearly the chief myths of the world and explains why different mythologies arose in different lands. * Comprehensive coverage in seven main sections of West Asia, South and Central Asia, East Asia, Europe, America, Africa, and Oceania * Clear and informative section introductions highlight the history and lifestyle of ancient peoples and the landscape in which they lived * Illustrated with black-and-white photographs and maps of each key area `An excellent reference book, as well as a good book for dipping into at leisure.' Greek Review
A Dictionary of Asian Mythology
Author: David LeemingPublisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0195120531
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
This is an A-Z dictionary of mythologies of the Asian continent. Major characters, places and events of Asian mythology, as well as certain relevant themes and cultural traditions are included.
Dictionary of Nature Myths
Author: Tamra AndrewsPublisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 0195136772
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
Comprehensive and cross-referenced, this informative volume is a rich introduction to the world of nature as experienced by ancient peoples around the globe. 51 halftones.
Author: Michael JordanThe Oxford Dictionary of Classical Myth and Religion
Author: S. R. F. PricePublisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780192802897
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 599
Book Description
The Dictionary of Classical Myth and Religion offers a fully rounded and highly authoritative point of access to all aspects of ancient religious life and thought. Dr Simon Price and Dr Emily Kearns, area advisers for the third edition of the Oxford Classical Dictionary, have come together to select, revise, edit, and in some cases wholly recast, a large number of key entries from OCD to create this handy, accessible reference work on mythology and religion in the Graeco-Roman world. Bringing to the attention of a wider audience the authority and scholarly rigour of OCD, the Oxford Dictionary of Classical Myth and Religion provides students, teachers, and general readers with an affordable comprehensive, and wide-ranging A-Z reference source. The Dictionary is unique in that in addition to Greek myths and Roman festivals it covers Greek and Roman religious places, monuments, religious personnel, divination, astrology, and magic, and also contains many entries on Judaism and Christianity in Greek and Roman times.
Larousse Dictionary of World Folklore
Author: Alison JonesPublisher: Larousse Kingfisher Chambers
ISBN:
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 516
Book Description
More than 1500 concise and colourful entries that give details on festivals, rites of passage, plant and herblore and theories about folklore are included in this comprehensive dictionary.
A Dictionary of Sources of Tolkien
Author: David DayPublisher: Pyramid
ISBN: 0753734060
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 399
Book Description
The spellbinding world of Middle-earth is full of beasts and battles, heroes and heroines, and the struggle between good and evil. In this dictionary of sources, Tolkien scholar and best-selling author David Day's four decades of research inform us about the lands, inhabitants, languages, geography and history of Middle-earth. This compelling encyclopedia on Tolkien's world also includes over 200 illustrations and an appendix. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
