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Heroes And Heroines Of Fiction: Classical, Mediaeval, Legendary; (1915)

Heroes And Heroines Of Fiction: Classical, Mediaeval, Legendary; (1915)

Walsh, William Shepard

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FantasyHistorical Fiction

ISBN10: 1436869544
ISBN13: 9781436869546
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 29 2008
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Heroes and Heroines of Fiction: Classical, Mediaeval, Legendary is a book written by William Shepard Walsh and published in 1915. The book is a comprehensive guide to the most famous and iconic characters in literature from classical, medieval, and legendary times. The author explores the origins and development of these characters, their unique qualities, and their enduring appeal to readers throughout the ages.The book is divided into three sections, each focusing on a different time period. The first section covers classical heroes and heroines, including figures from Greek and Roman mythology such as Achilles, Odysseus, and Medusa. The second section focuses on medieval heroes and heroines, including legendary figures such as King Arthur, Robin Hood, and Joan of Arc. The final section covers legendary heroes and heroines, including characters from folklore and fairy tales such as Cinderella, Snow White, and Aladdin.Throughout the book, Walsh provides detailed analysis of each character, exploring their motivations, strengths, weaknesses, and impact on literature and culture. He also includes illustrations and references to other works of literature that feature these characters.Heroes and Heroines of Fiction is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of literature and the enduring appeal of iconic characters. It is a must-read for students of literature, as well as anyone who loves to read and explore the world of fiction.Famous Characters And Famous Names In Novels, Romances, Poems And Drams, Classified, Analyzed And Criticized, With Supplementary Citations From The Best Authorities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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