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MYTHOLOGY is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to our world's myths and legends. Mythical tales from a diverse range of countries and regions are presented in easy-to-follow sections. The 26 sections include Classical Greece and Rome, India, Egypt, Britain, Melanesia, Ireland, Russia, China, Iceland, Australia, Scandinavia, Mexico, America, South America, Germany and the Middle East, among others. Epic tales of murder and mayhem combine with requited and unrequited love, the bizarre, extraordinary and supernatural. From Ulysses and Troy to Atlantis and the Holy Grail; from Camelot and King Arthur to the Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime; from mythical creatures and sun gods to the origins of prophetic omens, MYTHOLOGY tells of gods and heroes past and present who have contributed to the lore of our world. Illustrated with over 1200 items, including hand-coloured etchings and paintings from leading art galleries, museums, and private collections from around the world, MYTHOLOGY is sure to become a treasured browsing and reference companion.