Publication |
USA, HarperCollins Publishers, 2006.
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Description |
545 PPink Spine
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Summary/Abstract |
In his irreverent a question-and-answer style, Davis introduces and explains the great myths of the world, as well as the works of literature that have made them famous. Also shows why the ancient tales of gods and heroes continue to speak to us today, in our movies, art, language, and music.
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Contents |
All men have need of the Gods
Gift of the Nile
By the rivers of Babylon
The Greek miracle
An age of Axes, an age of Swords
Bridge to the East
The radiance of a thousand Suns
Everywhere under Heaven
Ancient people, new worlds
Out of Africa
Sacred Hoops
Bibliography
Acknowledgements
Index
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Standard Number |
0060932570 Pb.
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