Myths & Legends Explained
by Neil Philip
The world's most enduring myths and legends explored and explained. This beautifully presented book offers a stimulating approach to the timeless, universal stories that are central to every culture. More than 50 compelling myths and legends from around the world are explained through stunning works of art and ancient artefacts, each supported by informative text and comprehensive annotation. Presented country by country, Myths and Legends Explained is a fascinating guide to the amazing characters of world mythology and to the cultures that created them. The fantastic world of fables and sagas this book discusses will delight enthusiasts and general readers alike.
Social ScienceFolklore & Mythology
RELEASED2007
PUBLISHERDorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
LENGTH128
LANGUAGEEN
Neil Philip was born in York in 1955. He has been fascinated by the Arthurian legends since childhood. Although Neil Philip has edited and retold a number of folktales for children, "The Tale of Sir Gawain" was his first full-length children's book. His books for adults include scholarly work on folk narrative and children's literature. Neil Philip lives in Oxford, where he is editorial director of a small publishing firm.
Myths & Legends Explained
by Neil Philip
The world's most enduring myths and legends explored and explained. This beautifully presented book offers a stimulating approach to the timeless, universal stories that are central to every culture. More than 50 compelling myths and legends from around the world are explained through stunning works of art and ancient artefacts, each supported by informative text and comprehensive annotation. Presented country by country, Myths and Legends Explained is a fascinating guide to the amazing characters of world mythology and to the cultures that created them. The fantastic world of fables and sagas this book discusses will delight enthusiasts and general readers alike.
Social ScienceFolklore & Mythology
RELEASED2007
PUBLISHERDorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
LENGTH128
LANGUAGEEN
Neil Philip was born in York in 1955. He has been fascinated by the Arthurian legends since childhood. Although Neil Philip has edited and retold a number of folktales for children, "The Tale of Sir Gawain" was his first full-length children's book. His books for adults include scholarly work on folk narrative and children's literature. Neil Philip lives in Oxford, where he is editorial director of a small publishing firm.
