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A Dictionary of Asian Mythology - Couverture souple

Leeming, David

 
9780195120530: A Dictionary of Asian Mythology
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 0195120531 ISBN 13 : 9780195120530
Editeur : Oxford University Press USA, 2001

Synopsis

Meet the supreme Gautama Buddha, the elephant-headed Hindu god Ganesa, and Chang O--the Lunar Toad who is Chinese goddess of the Moon. Journey to the sacred Cambodian ruins of Angkor and golden Mount Meru, home of the Hindu gods. Discover myths like the Stone and the Banana of Indonesian origin and the Indian Churning of the Ocean of Milk, and explore archetypal themes such as the hero quest, sacrifice, and descent to the underworld. Myth expert David Leeming plumbs the exotic depths of Eastern spirituality to present a vivid portrait of the many mythologies of the Asian continent. In handy A to Z format, here are the stories of the revered deities, sacred places, key events and epics, and recurring themes and traditions that make up the rich and varied fabric of Asian mythology. Entries address the key mythologies of the regions we now call India, China, Tibet, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and Japan. Throughout, an extensive network of cross-references highlights the diversity, interrelatedness, and complex beauty of Asia--allowing readers to pursue a particular trail of inquiry or read straight through the compelling entries. Broad overviews of specific cultures and their mythic traditions round out the coverage.

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À propos de l'auteur

David Leeming was formerly Professor of English and Comparative Literature at the University of Connecticut. He is the author of many books, including The World of Myth, Mythology: The Voyage of the Hero, and Dictionary of Creation Myths, all published by OUP.

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Éditeur
Oxford University Press USA
Date d'édition
2001
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0195120531
ISBN 13 
9780195120530
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
240
Coordonnées du fabricant
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