The encyclopedia of mythology : Classical, Celtic, Norse / [book]
By: Cotterell, Arthur
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BookPublisher: London : Lorenz Books, c1999Edition: Updated 1999.Description: 256 p. : col. ill. ; 31 cm.ISBN: 1859671640.Subject(s): Mythology | Legends | Mythology, Greek | Mythology, Celtic | Mythology, Norse | LITERATURE - Non fiction - Middle Years (5-8) | LITERATURE - Non fiction - Senior Years (9-12)DDC classification: | Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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| Books | Manitoba School for the Deaf Library General Stacks | 291.1 COT (Browse shelf) | Available | 006797 |
Originally published in 1996.
[pt. 1]. Classical mythology -- Introduction -- Lovers of Zeus -- Heroes -- Oracles and prophecies -- Voyagers -- Monsters and fabulous beasts -- Forces of nature -- Giants -- Founders -- [pt. 2]. Celtic mythology -- Introduction -- Celtic otherworlds -- Sages and seers -- Magic and enchantment -- Wondrous cauldrons -- Celtic romance -- Single combat -- Heroic quests -- Fabulous voyages -- [pt. 3]. Norse mythology -- Introduction -- Nature spirits -- Treasures and talismans -- Norse heroes -- Valkyries -- Sorcery and spells -- Tragic lovers -- Rings of power -- Ragnarok.
This comprehensive work includes Classical, Celtic and Norse mythology. There is an overview of the historical and geographical settings. It is arranged in a dictionary format with cross-references and is lavishly illustrated with photographs, contemporary water-colours, and reproductions of famous paintings. This should be a first choice for libraries needing more material on European myths.
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