Myths & Legends
- ISBN-10
- 1840280298
- ISBN-13
- 9781840280296
- Category
- Legends
- Pages
- 260
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1997
- Author
- Arthur Cotterell
Description
This work of reference, with over 1250 entries, covers some of the world's cultures, societies and civilizations. The central figures are arranged A-Z for easy access.
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