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Myths and Legends of All Nations
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This indispensable treasury brings together in a single volume the most famous and fascinating myths and legends of the world – from ancient tales to modern American folklore. Myths and Legends of All Nations includes great stories of the Greeks, Romans, Orientals, Celts, Norse, Teutons, other Europeans, Polynesians, Africans, American Indians, and modern American folklore such as the fables about John Henry, Casey Jones, and Paul Bunyan.
Special Features include: A general indexKeys to pronunciation of names and placesA topical index for quick, easy reference
Title: Myths and Legends of All Nations
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This indispensable treasury brings together in a single volume the most famous and fascinating myths and legends of the world – from ancient tales to modern American folklore.
Myths and Legends of All Nations includes great stories of the Greeks, Romans, Orientals, Celts, Norse, Teutons, other Europeans, Polynesians, Africans, American Indians, and modern American folklore such as the fables about John Henry, Casey Jones, and Paul Bunyan.
Special Features include: A general indexKeys to pronunciation of names and placesA topical index for quick, easy reference.
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