Publication NameEncyclopedia of Mythological Objects
LanguageEnglish
SubjectEncyclopedias, Folklore & Mythology, General
Publication Year2020
TypeNot Available
AuthorTheresa Bane
Subject AreaReligion, Référence, Social Science
SeriesMcfarland Myth and Legend Encyclopedias Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight14.6 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width7 in
Additional Product Features
LCCN2020-018826
Dewey Edition23
Number of Volumes1 vol.
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal201.303
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
SynopsisCurious about the chains that bound Fenriswulf in Norse mythology? Or the hut of Baba Yaga, the infamous witch of Russian folklore? Containing more than one thousand detailed entries on the magical and mythical items from the different folklore, legends, and religions the world over, this encyclopedia is the first of its kind. From Abadi, the named stone in Roman mythology to Zul-Hajam, one of the four swords said to belong to the prophet Mohammed, each item is described in as much detail as the original source material provided, including information on its origin, who was its wielder, and the extent of its magical abilities. The text also includes a comprehensive cross-reference system and an extensive bibliography to aid researchers., Curious about the chains that bound Fenriswulf in Norse mythology? Or the hut of Baba Yaga, the infamous witch of Russian folklore? Containing more than one thousand detailed entries on the magical and mythical items from the different folklore, legends, and religions the world over, this encyclopedia is the first of its kind.