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MYTHS & LEGENDS - PHILIP WILKINSON GEBUNDEN

Discover the world's greatest myths and legends - from Greek mythology to Norse mythology - in
this comprehensive guide. 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. Delve into the
well-known tales of the ancient Greeks  which hold the key to such phrases as Achilles' heel 
as well as the lesser-known but richly colourful myths of Africa and the Americas. Explore
global ideas such as fate and fortune  and the Underworld  and find out about the key
characters - heroes  tricksters  and gods - that make up each myth system. Filled with the
cultural and religious meanings behind each legend  and the influence they have had both in
their own time and in today's world  this book is a must-have for all mythology enthusiasts.

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