A Dictionary of World Mythology
Author: Arthur Cotterell
Publisher:
Published: 1979
Total Pages: 322
ISBN-13: 0192177478
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Illustrated Dictionary of Mythology
Author: Philip Wilkinson
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 1998
Total Pages: 128
ISBN-13: 9780751357981
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOrganized 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.
The Dictionary of Mythology
Author: Ja Coleman
Publisher: Arcturus Editions
Published: 2020-03
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781789508604
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWho 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.
The Oxford Dictionary of Classical Myth and Religion
Author: S. R. F. Price
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 599
ISBN-13: 9780192802897
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe 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.
A Dictionary of Asian Mythology
Author: David Leeming
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 2001-05-31
Total Pages: 241
ISBN-13: 0195120531
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis 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.
A Mythological Dictionary
Author: William Charles M Kent
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Published: 2023-07-18
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781019568767
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA classic reference work on mythology, this book provides detailed entries on the gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters of Greek and Roman mythology, as well as the myths and legends that surround them. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the fascinating world of classical mythology. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Dictionary of Nature Myths
Author: Tamra Andrews
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 302
ISBN-13: 0195136772
DOWNLOAD EBOOKComprehensive 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.
A Dictionary of Ancient Near Eastern Mythology
Author: Dr Gwendolyn Leick
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2002-09-11
Total Pages: 241
ISBN-13: 1134641036
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Dictionary of Ancient Near Eastern Mythology covers sources from Mesopotamia, Syro-Palestine and Anatolia, from around 2800 to 300 BC. It contains entries on gods and goddesses, giving evidence of their worship in temples, describing their 'character', as documented by the texts, and defining their roles within the body of mythological narratives; synoptic entries on myths, giving the place of origin of main texts and a brief history of their transmission through the ages; and entries explaining the use of specialist terminology, for such things as categories of Sumerian texts or types of mythological figures.
Dictionary of Gods and Goddesses
Author: Michael Jordan
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
Published: 2014-05-14
Total Pages: 417
ISBN-13: 1438109857
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPresents brief entries describing the gods and goddesses from the mythology and religion of a wide variety of cultures throughout history.
A Dictionary of African Mythology
Author: Harold Scheub
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780195124576
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis collection of fascinating and revealing tales captures the sprawling diversity of African mythology. Four hundred alphabetically arranged entries touch on virtually every aspect of African religious belief, from Africa's great epic themes (dualistic gods, divine tricksters, creator gods, and heroes) to descriptions of major mythic systems (the Dogon, the Asante, and the San) and beyond. Scheub covers the entire continent, from the mouth of the Nile to the shores of the Cape of Good Hope, including North African as well as sub-Saharan cultures. His retellings provide information about the respective belief system, the main characters, and related stories or variants. Perhaps most important, Scheub emphasizes the role of mythmaker as storyteller--as a performer for an audience. He studies various techniques, from the rhythmic movements of a Zulu mythmaker's hands to the way a storyteller will play on the familiar context of other myths within her cultural context. An invaluable bridge to the richly diverse oral cultures of Africa, this collection uncovers a place where story and storyteller, tradition and performance, all merge.
