Myths & legends an illustrated guide to their origins and meanings
What did Japanese mythology say about the beginning of the Universe? How did Oedipus become the classic tragic hero in Greek mythology? Who brought about the origin of death in Maori mythology? Combining vivid retellings of famous legends with over 1,000 illustrations of characters, famous artworks,...
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| Resource Type: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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London
Dorling Kindersley Limited
2019
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| Summary: | What did Japanese mythology say about the beginning of the Universe? How did Oedipus become the classic tragic hero in Greek mythology? Who brought about the origin of death in Maori mythology? Combining vivid retellings of famous legends with over 1,000 illustrations of characters, famous artworks, and artefacts, Myths and Legends makes it easier than ever before to understand the stories that are central to every culture. |
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| Item Description: | Includes index. |
| Physical Description: | 352 pages color illustrations 23 cm |
| ISBN: | 9780241387054 |