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The myth. Comparative mythology

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  • Who's Who in Non-Classical Mythologyby Edgerton Skyes; Alan Kendall

    Routledge 1993; US$ 29.95

    Over 2500 entries provide detail of each mythical character and combine to create the most complete and detailed reference work of its kind. more...

  • Mythby Laurence Coupe

    Taylor and Francis 1997; US$ 22.95

    Laurence Coupe offers students a crucial overview of the evolution of 'myth', from the ancient Greek definitions to those of a range of contemporary thinkers. This introductory volume * provides an introduction to both the theory of myth and the making of myth * explores the uses made of the term 'myth' within the fields of literary criticism, anthropology,... more...

  • Thinking Through Mythsby Kevin Schilbrack

    Taylor and Francis 2002; US$ 47.95

    Eight outstanding essays, from leading academics, deconstruct perennial problems of rationality, imagination and narrative to trace the influence of myth in our own beliefs, origins, and potential futures. Thinking Through Myths attempts to reconcile the opposed claims of pragmatism and beauty, calling for the acknowledgement of myths in everyday... more...

  • Encyclopedia of Religious Rites, Rituals, and Festivalsby Frank Salamone

    Routledge 2004; US$ 165.00

    This complex topic is explored through articles covering general concepts and ideas, major forms of ritual and festival, life cycle rites and specific rites and festivals such as Easter, Christmas, Passover, Ramadan and many more. more...

  • The Routledge Dictionary of Gods and Goddesses, Devils and Demonsby Manfred Lurker

    Taylor and Francis 2004; US$ 31.95

    This dictionary covers, in one volume, over 1,800 of the most important deities and demons from around the world. From classical Greek and Roman mythology to the gods of Eastern Europe and Mesopotamia, from Nordic giants to Islamic jinns and Egyptian monsters, it is packed with descriptions of the figures most worshipped and feared around the world... more...

  • Mythological Deliberationsby A. Piatigorski

    Taylor and Francis 1993; US$ 108.00

    The thoughts of Alexander Piatigorski on comparative myths as delivered in a series of lectures for the Jordan Lectures in Comparative Religion at the School of Oriental and African Studies, London in May 1992. more...

  • The Way of the Labyrinthby Helen Curry

    Penguin Group US 2000; US$ 18.00

    The first time Helen Curry walked a labyrinth she was moved to tears and then "was filled with peace and possibilities." Here, she shares her years of experience with labyrinth meditation and shows how others can find serenity and guidance by adopting this increasingly popular practice. Unlike mazes, which force choices and can create fear and confusion,... more...

  • Fabulous Creatures, Mythical Monsters, and Animal Power Symbolsby Cassandra Eason

    Greenwood Publishing Group 2007; US$ 45.00

    Provides a comprehensive history of mythical animals, creatures, and monsters. more...

  • Totemsby Brad Steiger

    HarperCollins 2009; US$ 15.99

    Discover the secrets of animal totems and their sacred, transformative powers. Among traditional Native Americans and other tribal peoples, totems are the enduring animal symbols that allow these peoples to explore the mysteries of life and the spirit world. from the graceful Antelope to the aggressive Cougarto the wise and peaceful Turtle, each... more...

  • Mythby Laurence Coupe

    Taylor and Francis 2008; US$ 22.95

    Laurence Coupe offers students a comprehensive overview of the development of myth, showing how mythic themes, structures and symbols persist in literature and entertainment today. This introductory volume: illustrates the relation between myth, culture and literature with discussions of poetry, fiction, film and popular song explores... more...