{"product_id":"dictionary-of-mythology-slipcase","title":"Dictionary of Mythology Slipcase","description":"Book Description\n\nThe Dictionary of Mythology is a wonderful reference guide to the various myths and legends from across the globe. Dip into this A-Z guide to learn of devious gods, enchanted objects and ancient cities, as well as the cultures that they came from.\n\nProduct Description\n\nWho was Artemis and what part did she play in the battle of the Giants? Who was the whale-monster Qaqwaii and how did he hunt his prey?\n\nThis dictionary of mythology is a wonderful and invaluable reference guide to the various myths and legends from across the globe. Dip into this A-Z guide to discover the names of devious gods, enchanted objects and ancient cities, as well as the cultures that these tales originate from.\nThese myths are taken not only from the familiar Greek, Roman and Norse traditions but also Mesopotamian, Haitian, Tibetan, Native American and many more.\n\nPainstakingly researched over 25 years, this incredible resource provides more than just scholarly information but also showcases the staggering creativity and imagination of our ancient belief systems.\n\nThis beautiful clothbound edition is presented in a handsome slipcase, making a perfect collectable or gift for any mythology enthusiasts.\n\nAbout the Author\n\nAfter a career as a professional soldier, engineer and surveyor, J. A. Coleman retired in 1986 and devoted his time to 'playing with words'. He was the author of a variety of books, including The Complete Guide to Cryptic Crosswords, The Beginner's Guide to Crosswords, Crossword Dictionary and Wordmaster Dictionary.\n\nGeorge Davidson studied languages and linguistics at the universities of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Strasbourg, and is a graduate of Edinburgh University. A former senior editor with Chambers Harrap Publishers Ltd, he is now a freelance compiler and editor of dictionaries and other reference books. He is an elder of the Church of Scotland, and lives in Edinburgh.","brand":"Arcturus Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"New - Hardback","offer_id":32986880704597,"sku":"9781838570279N","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2481\/5790\/products\/9781838570279_ec611720-2244-442f-beda-a17be120e56b.jpg?v=1612398983","url":"https:\/\/smeikalbooks.co.uk\/en-us\/products\/dictionary-of-mythology-slipcase","provider":"smeikalbooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}