A Mythological, Etymological And Historical Dictionary: Extracted From The Analysis Of Ancient Mythology

By Jacob Bryant and William Holwell

Book Overview

""A Mythological, Etymological and Historical Dictionary: Extracted from the Analysis of Ancient Mythology"" by William Holwell is a comprehensive reference book that explores the origins and meanings of mythological figures, symbols, and concepts from various cultures around the world. The book is organized in alphabetical order, making it easy for readers to look up specific terms and concepts.The author delves into the etymology of each term, tracing its linguistic roots and exploring its historical significance. He also provides detailed explanations of the mythological stories and legends associated with each term, drawing on a wide range of ancient sources including Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and Hindu mythology.The book covers a wide range of topics, from gods and goddesses to mythical creatures, symbols, and rituals. It also includes entries on historical figures and events that have been mythologized over time.Overall, ""A Mythological, Etymological and Historical Dictionary"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in ancient mythology, linguistics, or history. Its comprehensive coverage and detailed analysis make it a must-have reference book for scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432675672
• ISBN13: 9781432675677
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 500 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"