Dictionary of world myth: An A-Z reference guide to gods, goddesses, heroes, heroines and fabulous beasts

Truly global in scope, The Dictionary of World Myth is a scholarly, yet highly accessible ready reference to all of the places, figures, and stories from every major mythological tradition on earth.The entries are enhanced by more than 200 reproductions of mythical figures and symbols as they appear on pottery, wall paintings, votive statuettes, and other sacred artifacts.