Myths And Legends Beyond Our Borders

Myths And Legends Beyond Our Borders

Charles M. Skinner / Charles MSkinner

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2005
Materia
Folclore, mitos y leyendas
ISBN:
9781417952625
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Myths And Legends Beyond Our Borders by Charles M. Skinner is a comprehensive collection of stories from various cultures and countries around the world. The book is divided into sections based on geographic location, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Each section contains a variety of myths and legends, ranging from creation stories to tales of gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, and supernatural beings.The stories are told in a clear and engaging style, making them accessible to readers of all ages. They are accompanied by beautiful illustrations that help bring the tales to life. The book also includes helpful notes and explanations about the cultural and historical context of each story, as well as information about the sources and origins of the myths and legends.Overall, Myths And Legends Beyond Our Borders is a fascinating and informative read that offers a glimpse into the rich and diverse storytelling traditions of cultures around the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, folklore, or world cultures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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