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Larousse of world mythology
Aimed at : Anyone. |
The reference book, which tells you all you need to know about the different myths from around the world.
The book presents world mythology by civilisation across the main and secondary divinities as well as the heroes
and myths from: Egypt, Middle East, Greece, Rome, the Celts, the Gauls, the Nordics, the Slaves, India, Pre-Colombian America,
Africa, the Extreme-Orient and Madagascar. |
For anyone interested
in mythology and the ancient civilisations; students
of philosophy, literature, history of art, wanting
to enhance their general knowledge.
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The author
Fernand COMTE, Theologian and author of many works
about mythology, philosophy and religion. (Dictionary
of Christianity, In Extenso, Larousse).
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Key points
-An understanding of mythology is nowadays essential
for those interested in all the different aspects
of general culture (History of Art, Literature,
and Spirituality….).
-A beautifully illustrated book on mythology with
an exceptional iconography (low relief, antique
vases, renaissance pictures, Dutch and French
schools of the 16th century) and a very
seductive visual dimension.
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