Category Archives: Mythology & Folklore

Encyclopedia of Vampire Mythology

From the earliest days of oral history to the present, the vampire myth persists among mankind’s deeply-rooted fears. This encyclopedia, with entries ranging from “Abchanchu” to “Zmeus,” includes nearly 600 different species of historical and mythological vampires, fully described and … Continue reading

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Encyclopedia of the Undead

What lurks out there in the fog? What was that eerie sound in the dead of night? What flitted by at the end of the street, just beyond the farthest street lamp? From earliest times, tales of the restless dead … Continue reading

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The Encyclopedia of Celtic Mythology and Folklore (Concise Encyclopedia)

This one-volume encyclopedia on the myths and folklore of the Celtic lands – Ireland, Scotland, Celtic Britain, Wales, Brittany and central France, Galicia and the smaller islands where the Ceits lived – offers a broad overview of the elements that … Continue reading

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The Encyclopedia of Witches, Witchcraft, and Wicca

This new edition retains the balanced tone and thorough research of the previous two (The Encyclopedia of Witches and Witchcraft, 1989 and 1999). In more than 480 entries, paranormal expert Guiley covers both historical witchcraft, such as the Salem witches,Santa … Continue reading

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National Geographic Essential Visual History of World Mythology

Complementing our enormously successful offerings on the bible and history, National Geographic Essential Visual History of World Mythology encompasses myths and creation stories from around the globe. It presents a palm-size overview of culture-defining myths, from ancient Egyptian deities to … Continue reading

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Atlantis Encyclopedia

A handbook of Atlantean information for general readers and specialists alike! This is an invaluable, one-of-a-kind reference. Unlike most other books on the subject, The Atlantis Encyclopedia offers fewer theories and more facts. Although it does not set out to … Continue reading

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The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Folktales and Fairy Tales

Folk and fairy tales exist in all cultures and are at the heart of civilization. This massive Encyclopedia gives students and general readers a broad, multicultural survey of folk and fairy tales from around the world. Included are hundreds of … Continue reading

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A Companion to Roman Religion (Blackwell Companions to the Ancient World)

A comprehensive treatment of the significant symbols and institutions of Roman religion, this Companion places the various religious symbols, discourses, and practices, including Judaism and Christianity, into a larger framework to reveal the sprawling landscape of the Roman religion. An … Continue reading

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The Facts on File Dictionary of Proverbs (Writers Reference)

A proverb is a saying, usually short, that expresses a general truth about life. Proverbs give advice, make an observation, or present a lesson in a succinct and memorable way. This volume contains more than 1500 English-language proverbs that are … Continue reading

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The Encyclopedia of World Religions (Facts on File Library of Religion and Mythology)

“The Encyclopedia of World Religions, Revised Edition” provides young adults with reliable, unbiased information on the world’s religions, from ancient times to the present day. In about 600 entries – with 115 new to this edition – this revised edition … Continue reading

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