Author: Evans Lansing Smith, Ph.D.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 110104716X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Make no myth-take-this book is indispensable. The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology explores the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, monsters and angels of the myths from every corner of the globe. Additionally, it explores the parallels between every culture and the striking similarities in mythic figures and the structure, action, wording, and result of the stories themselves. * Covers Egyptian, Celtic, Teutonic, Norse, Japanese, Mexican, Native American, and other myths * Features information on The Hero's Journey-the cycle of myth according to Jung, Campbell, and others * Appendixes include a glossary of terms and both a general and a subject Index
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology
Author: Evans Lansing Smith, Ph.D.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 110104716X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Make no myth-take-this book is indispensable. The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology explores the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, monsters and angels of the myths from every corner of the globe. Additionally, it explores the parallels between every culture and the striking similarities in mythic figures and the structure, action, wording, and result of the stories themselves. * Covers Egyptian, Celtic, Teutonic, Norse, Japanese, Mexican, Native American, and other myths * Features information on The Hero's Journey-the cycle of myth according to Jung, Campbell, and others * Appendixes include a glossary of terms and both a general and a subject Index
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 110104716X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Make no myth-take-this book is indispensable. The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology explores the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, monsters and angels of the myths from every corner of the globe. Additionally, it explores the parallels between every culture and the striking similarities in mythic figures and the structure, action, wording, and result of the stories themselves. * Covers Egyptian, Celtic, Teutonic, Norse, Japanese, Mexican, Native American, and other myths * Features information on The Hero's Journey-the cycle of myth according to Jung, Campbell, and others * Appendixes include a glossary of terms and both a general and a subject Index
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology
Author: Evans Lansing Smith
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781436268134
Category : Mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Make no myth-takeThe Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology* Covers Egyptian, Celtic, Teutonic, Norse, Japanese, Mexican, Native American, and other myths* Features information on The Hero's Journey-the cycle of myth according to Jung, Campbell, and others* Appendixes include a glossary of terms and both a general and a subject Index.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781436268134
Category : Mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Make no myth-takeThe Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology* Covers Egyptian, Celtic, Teutonic, Norse, Japanese, Mexican, Native American, and other myths* Features information on The Hero's Journey-the cycle of myth according to Jung, Campbell, and others* Appendixes include a glossary of terms and both a general and a subject Index.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Classical Mythology
Author: Kevin Osborn
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101191465
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
You're no idiot, of course. You can find Greece on a map, know that Kevin Sorbo stars as Hercules on TV, and have heard of Freud's Oedipus theory. But when it comes to classical mythology, you feel like you've been foiled by the gods. Don't curse Zeus yet! The Complete Idiot's GuideĀ® to Classical Mythology has all you need for a working knowledge of the timeless world of Greek and Roman myths.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101191465
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
You're no idiot, of course. You can find Greece on a map, know that Kevin Sorbo stars as Hercules on TV, and have heard of Freud's Oedipus theory. But when it comes to classical mythology, you feel like you've been foiled by the gods. Don't curse Zeus yet! The Complete Idiot's GuideĀ® to Classical Mythology has all you need for a working knowledge of the timeless world of Greek and Roman myths.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Classical Mythology
Author: Kevin Osborn
Publisher: Alpha
ISBN: 9781592572892
Category : Mythology, Classical
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents an introduction to myths, explaining what they are, their origins, and functions; provides Greek and Roman versions of a selection of classical myths; and includes a descriptive listing of gods, heroes, and creatures.
Publisher: Alpha
ISBN: 9781592572892
Category : Mythology, Classical
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents an introduction to myths, explaining what they are, their origins, and functions; provides Greek and Roman versions of a selection of classical myths; and includes a descriptive listing of gods, heroes, and creatures.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Urban Legends
Author: Brandon Toropov
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028640075
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
A collection of modern-day urban myths and folklore explores questions relating to famous figures, government conspiracies, paranoia, revenge, chain letters, and humiliating experiences.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028640075
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
A collection of modern-day urban myths and folklore explores questions relating to famous figures, government conspiracies, paranoia, revenge, chain letters, and humiliating experiences.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World History
Author: Timothy C. Hall
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1592577121
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
A guide to world history discusses major events from the beginning of civilization to the late twentieth century, including the birth of early cultures, the rise of major religions, and the growth of Western domination.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1592577121
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
A guide to world history discusses major events from the beginning of civilization to the late twentieth century, including the birth of early cultures, the rise of major religions, and the growth of Western domination.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to the World of Harry Potter
Author: Tere Stouffer
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592575992
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
You're no idiot. You know the wildly popular Harry Potter series has captivated readers of all ages from the release of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stoneon. But did you recognize all the subtle references Rowling uses in her characters' names or in the magical creatures we encounter and places we explore in Harry's wonderful world of wizardry? The truth is, the world of Harry Potter is incredibly textured and complex and not only has factual roots in history, mythology, science, and folklore, but also draws on all genres of literature, from C. S. Lewis to the Bible. You'll learn this and much more in the fun facts and tantalizing trivia provided in this fabulous new addition to the Complete Idiot's Guide series! This is not a retelling of Rowling's stories, nor is it intended to be a cheat sheet to the novels, a la the Cliffs Notes series. Instead, it is an entertaining and easily referenced presentation of insider information to the world Rowling has created in her spellbinding series of novels.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592575992
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
You're no idiot. You know the wildly popular Harry Potter series has captivated readers of all ages from the release of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stoneon. But did you recognize all the subtle references Rowling uses in her characters' names or in the magical creatures we encounter and places we explore in Harry's wonderful world of wizardry? The truth is, the world of Harry Potter is incredibly textured and complex and not only has factual roots in history, mythology, science, and folklore, but also draws on all genres of literature, from C. S. Lewis to the Bible. You'll learn this and much more in the fun facts and tantalizing trivia provided in this fabulous new addition to the Complete Idiot's Guide series! This is not a retelling of Rowling's stories, nor is it intended to be a cheat sheet to the novels, a la the Cliffs Notes series. Instead, it is an entertaining and easily referenced presentation of insider information to the world Rowling has created in her spellbinding series of novels.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Classical Mythology
Author: Kevin Osborn
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028623856
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
An introduction to Greek and Roman mythology provides explanations of all the gods and their roles, origins of the myths and theories on who wrote them, and the function of myths in society
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028623856
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
An introduction to Greek and Roman mythology provides explanations of all the gods and their roles, origins of the myths and theories on who wrote them, and the function of myths in society
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Religions
Author: Brandon Toropov
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592572229
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 436
Book Description
Two comparative theologists offer a comprehensive look at ideas about God--inevery corner of the globe.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592572229
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 436
Book Description
Two comparative theologists offer a comprehensive look at ideas about God--inevery corner of the globe.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Zombies
Author: Nathan Robert Brown
Publisher: Alpha Books
ISBN: 9781615640140
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 235
Book Description
The living dead, the undead, zombies-- learn everything you need to know about the latest monster craze. Discover the origins of zombies, their rise from superstition to pop culture, and why the concept has appealed to so many people throughout history.
Publisher: Alpha Books
ISBN: 9781615640140
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 235
Book Description
The living dead, the undead, zombies-- learn everything you need to know about the latest monster craze. Discover the origins of zombies, their rise from superstition to pop culture, and why the concept has appealed to so many people throughout history.