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The mythology book /

Take a step into the fascinating realm of gods and goddesses, mythical warriors and legendary kings and queens. Explore the creation stories of world's great cultures, let yourself be gripped by the classic hero narratives like the legend of King Arthur or the adventures of the Monkey King, or...

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Main Author:	Wilkinson, Philip, 1955- (Author)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	New York : DK Publishing, [2018]
Edition:	First American edition.
Series:	Big ideas simply explained.
Subjects:	Mythology. Mythology, Classical. REFERENCE > Encyclopedias. SOCIAL SCIENCE > Folklore & Mythology.

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