The Mythical Zoo: An Encyclopedia of Animals in World Myth, Legend, and LiteratureABC-CLIO, 2001 - 298 страница A varied and insightful compendium of animals and the relationships between humans and animals. Emphasizing depth rather than breadth, The Mythical Zoo covers everything from frogs and grasshoppers to dolphins, salmon, rabbits, and tigers. After a masterful overview, there are about 50 entries with references to literature from a variety of cultures and extensive illustrations ranging from medieval prints to cartoons and advertisements. - Fully illustrated with a variety of images from medieval prints to editorial cartoons and advertisements - Weaves together a cross-cultural tapestry encompassing mythology, history, art, science, philosophy, and literature while discussing the special significance of animals in human cultures - Includes relevant quotes from worldwide texts preceding each entry |
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... beaver , which is distinguished by its large flat tail , its huge teeth that can gnaw down trees , and above all , its amazing ability to build . In the ancient world , the most widespread legend about beavers was that they pos- sessed ...
... beaver was a popular totem and often a bearer of culture for Native American tribes . According to the Algonquin , Lenape , Huron , and many other Indians , the beaver ... beaver 30 Beaver , Porcupine , Badger , and Miscellaneous Rodents.
... beaver , usually as a companion but occasionally as an adversary . The Haida of the Northwest coast told a story of the war between the clans of Beaver and Porcupine . After Porcupine had stolen Beaver's food , the clan of Beaver placed ...
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Ass Mule and Camel | 14 |
Bat | 21 |
Beaver Porcupine Badger | 29 |
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The Mythical Zoo: An Encyclopedia of Animals in World Myth, Legend, and ... Boria Sax Преглед исечка - 2001 |