The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Mythology
The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Mythology

Author: Arthur Cotterell

Publisher:

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781780191881

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Divided into two sections, Western mythology and Eastern mythology, this easy-to-use text details characters, locations, sites of interest, significant events, stories and symbols. It contains over 1000 images, with cross references throughout.

Classical Mythology A to Z
Classical Mythology A to Z

Author: Annette Giesecke

Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal

Published: 2020-10-06

Total Pages: 526

ISBN-13: 0762497130

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A beautifully illustrated, wonderfully engaging A-to-Z guide to more than 700 major and minor gods and goddesses, characters, creatures, and places of classical Greek and Roman mythology. Classical Mythology A-to-Z is a comprehensive and engrossing guide to Greek and Roman mythology. Written by Annette Giesecke, PhD, Professor of Classics and Chair of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies at the University of Delaware, this brilliant reference offers clear explanations of every character and locale, and captures the essence of these timeless tales. From the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus and the heroes of the Trojan War to the nymphs, monsters, and other mythical creatures that populate these ancient stories, Giesecke recounts, with clarity and energy, the details of more than 700 characters and places. Each definition includes cross-references to related characters, locations, and myths, as well their equivalent in Roman mythology and cult. In addition to being an important standalone work, Classical Mythology A-to-Z is also written, designed, and illustrated to serve as an essential companion to the bestselling illustrated 75th-anniversary edition of Mythology by Edith Hamilton, including 10 full-color plates and 2-color illustrations throughout by artist Jim Tierney.

Indian Mythology
Indian Mythology

Author: Pradeep Sanjeev

Publisher:

Published: 2017-03-15

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13: 9780692840580

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In this work, an endeavor has been made to compile the long-felt want of an illustrated Indian Mythological Character Encyclopedia. This has encyclopedic descriptions of most of the characters from the three epics, the Ramayana, the Bhagavata, and the Mahabharata and hopefully, serves as a resource how different characters are related to or not to each other and also includes the genealogies of Rama, Krishna, Ravana, and Kuru dynasty.

Encyclopedia of Spirits
Encyclopedia of Spirits

Author: Judika Illes

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2010-09-14

Total Pages: 1076

ISBN-13: 0062046098

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Enter the World of Spirits! The Encyclopedia of Spirits is a comprehensive and entertaining A to Z of spirits from around this world and the next. Within these pages meet love goddesses and disease demons, guardians of children and guardians of cadavers. Discover Celtic goddesses and goddesses of the Kabbalah, female Buddhas, African Powers, Dragon Ladies, White Ladies, Black Madonnas, the Green Man, the Green Fairy, lots and lots of ghosts, djinn, mermaids, fairies, and more. From the beneficent to the mischievous, working with these spirits can bring good fortune, lasting love, health, fertility, revenge, and relief. Discover: The true identities of over one thousand spirits (as well as their likes and dislikes) How to communicate with specific spirits for your own benefit How to recognize these spirits when they manifest themselves The mythological and historical events associated with specific spirits The colors, days, numbers, and astrological signs associated with specific spirits The Encyclopedia of Spirits also provides an overview of the role of spirit communication throughout history and a general guide to working with spirits. No matter what your life's problems or desires, this book can guide you to the right spirits who can help fulfill your dreams. For the spiritual adept, the amateur, or the simply curious, the Encyclopedia of Spirits will inform, inspire, and delight.

Classical Mythology
Classical Mythology

Author: Arthur Cotterell

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780754805106

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The central figures of classical mythology are described by expert Arthur Cotterell in Classical Mythology with wit and authority, and ancient legends are re-told as spell-binding narratives that offer intriguing insight into accounts of past ages. The myths of the Classical world have inspired generations of painters and poets, and this beautiful encyclopedia is illustrated with a wealth of imagery created over a period of fifteen centuries; both fine art paintings and specially-commissioned contemporary works adorn these fascinating tales.