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Myths and Legends: An Illustrated Guide to Their Origins and Meanings

Myths and Legends: An Illustrated Guide to Their Origins and Meanings

Wilkinson, Philip

Hardcover

Series: DK Compact Culture Guides

Literary CriticismMythology & FolkloreGeneral World History

Publisher Price: $27.99

ISBN10: 0756643090
ISBN13: 9780756643096
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: Jun 1 2009
Pages: 352
Weight: 2.85
Height: 1.20 Width: 7.70 Depth: 9.50
Language: English
Myths and legends are deeply rooted in the world's literature, language, and history. But what does the phrase Achilles heel refer to, and what did Oedipus or Beowulf actually do?

Gather round for enthralling stories of gods, danger, heroes, and great cosmic events. With over 1000 illustrations, Myths and Legends explores epic global stories, bringing to life the greatest creation myths of all time, such as that of Brahma and Vishnu, and the Inca god Viracocha. It brings you monstrous creatures and terrifying people including the witch Baba Yaga, as well as epic adventures such as King Arthur's search for the Holy Grail and Jason's capture of the Golden Fleece.

It tells how the Masai first got their cattle, or how the Greeks discovered fire and shares legends that explain death, including the story of the Maori god Tane.

Originally passed down from one generation to the next, these sagas from all over the world are part of our heritage and touch our hearts. Myths and Legends provides context and meaning to each one, and is a treasure trove for everyone interested in their cultural legacy.

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