This book was originally published prior to 1923, and represents a reproduction of an important historical work, maintaining the same format as the original work. While some publishers have opted to apply OCR (optical character recognition) technology to the process, we believe this leads to sub-optimal results (frequent typographical errors, strange characters and confusing formatting) and does not adequately preserve the historical character of the original artifact. We believe this work is culturally important in its original archival form. While we strive to adequately clean and digitally enhance the original work, there are occasionally instances where imperfections such as blurred or missing pages, poor pictures or errant marks may have been introduced due to either the quality of the original work or the scanning process itself. Despite these occasional imperfections, we have brought it back into print as part of our ongoing global book preservation commitment, providing customers with access to the best possible historical reprints. We appreciate your understanding of these occasional imperfections, and sincerely hope you enjoy seeing the book in a format as close as possible to that intended by the original publisher.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating journey into the heart of mythology and unravel the enigmatic origins and interpretations of ancient fables. This book delves into the fascinating world of Greek myths, exploring their historical roots, symbolic meanings, and enduring influence on human culture. The author challenges the notion that fables are mere allegorical tales, arguing instead that they contain kernels of historical truth adorned with imaginative embellishments. By examining the works of renowned poets like Homer and Hesiod, alongside insights from philosophers and early Christian theologians, the book unveils the intricate layers of meaning woven into these captivating narratives. Prepare to explore the connections between mythology and ancient history, geography, and language, as the author meticulously dissects the origins of names, places, and cultural practices. Discover how misunderstandings, embellishments, and the passage of time transformed historical events into the myths we know today. This book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between myth and reality, shedding light on the profound ways in which ancient stories continue to shape our understanding of the world and ourselves. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333263003_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333263003
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333263003
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 614 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 27091337/1
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