This is an expansion of the first dictionary of symbols to be based on literature, rather than on 'universal' psychological archetypes or myths. It explains and illustrates the literary symbols that we frequently encounter (such as swan, rose, moon, gold) and gives thousands of cross-references and quotations. The dictionary concentrates on English literature, but its entries range widely from the Bible and classical authors to the twentieth century, taking in American and European literatures.

Identifies heros, gods, goddesses, demons, giants, monsters, animals, objects and places featured in the world's mythologies.

This massive Encyclopedia gives students and general readers a broad, multicultural survey of folk and fairy tales from around the world. Included are hundreds of alphabetically arranged entries written by numerous expert contributors.

In over 1,000 entries, this acclaimed Companion covers all aspects of the Western fairy tale tradition, from medieval to modern.

These essays explore the nature and influence of myth and mythic figures in the context of literature. Alphabetically organized, there are four main categories, the cosmos, psyche, society and history/politics. Entries include legendary places, historical heroes and also non-European myths.

Provides information about major world developments from 1750 to the present, with close attention to social, economic, cultural, and political topics.

This detailed set explores European history from 1450-1789, from the print revolution to the French Revolution.