Myths of World Peoples
Enсyclopedia
(
Volumes 1,2
)
Illustrations and maps
719 pp., illustrations
90 USD
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The articles reveal the myths of peoples around the world. Myths inspired philosophers and poets. Myths are the basis of fairy tales and legends. They may explain the origin of the universe and of life, or they may express people's moral values in human terms. Myths concern the powers which control the human world and the relationship between those powers, and human beings. It is the best chance to feel and understand connection with the past of one's nation, one's ancestors.
