World MythologyArthur Cotterell "Encompassing well-known characters such as Thor, Zeus, and Krishna, as well as less familiar mythologies, this comprehensive guide combines tales of mystical creatures and legendary figures, the struggle of good and evil, stories of creation and destruction, and paints a vivid picture of many intriguing and ancient customs and beliefs. Including mythologies from all over the globe, from the Far East to Siberia, WORLD MYTHOLOGY recounts the myths and traditions, and explains the social and cultural influences behind some of the most fascinating civilizations in history." -- page 2 of cover. |
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... Poseidon quarrelled over who should be patron of Athens and it was decided that whoever provided the best gift for the city would win . Poseidon made saltwater spring from the Acropolis ( the hill above Athens ) , thus giving Athens ...
... Poseidon quarrelled over who should be patron of Athens and it was decided that whoever provided the best gift for the city would win . Poseidon made saltwater spring from the Acropolis ( the hill above Athens ) , thus giving Athens ...
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... Poseidon , ruled over the sea and the other , Hades , was sovereign of the Underworld , the realm of the dead . His sister Hestia was goddess of the hearth and home ... POSEIDON , LORD OF THE SEA POSEIDON IS AS FEARSOME. 55 Greece and Rome.
... Poseidon , ruled over the sea and the other , Hades , was sovereign of the Underworld , the realm of the dead . His sister Hestia was goddess of the hearth and home ... POSEIDON , LORD OF THE SEA POSEIDON IS AS FEARSOME. 55 Greece and Rome.
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... Poseidon was often warring with Athene . He is ancestor of some of the most awesome monsters in Greek myth : the Echidna , Cerberus , the Hydra and the Sphinx . Statue of Poseidon , god of the Sea . BIRTH FROM THE SOIL OF THE MANY ...
... Poseidon was often warring with Athene . He is ancestor of some of the most awesome monsters in Greek myth : the Echidna , Cerberus , the Hydra and the Sphinx . Statue of Poseidon , god of the Sea . BIRTH FROM THE SOIL OF THE MANY ...
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