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1 Bulfinch, Thomas The Age of Chivalry: The Illustrated Bulfinch's Mythology Macmillan General Reference 1997 0-02-861478-X / 9780028614786 Paperback  Here are the worlds most-loved stories, in a dynamic visual tour de force for todays readers. Each timeless myth is superbly presented in story form and enhanced with original art work by world-renowned artist Giovanni Caselli. Though Bulfinchs has been heralded for more than a century, it has neverbeen published in so beautiful and accessible a format. Evocative four-color illustrations, many full-page, bring to life key events and characters of these universal tales and sagasfrom the Greek and Roman pantheon of godsto the heroes of the Crusades, from the exploits of Robin Hood to the featsof Richard the Lionheart. As enjoyable now as when Bulfinch first assembled them, these selections come from a variety of worksOvids classic Metamorphoses, Egyptian myths, Eastern mythology, and Hindu, Norse, and Celtic sources. Together they form a remarkable tapestry of human endeavor: dreams, illusions, adventures, loves lost and loves found. In this handsome series, they speak to us afresh, across the ages, vivified through Casellis inspiredart. Original footnotes, indexes, and prefaces make this series not only entertaining, but completely authoritative as well.Thomas Bulfinch (1796-1867), writer and mythologist, was the first to create a popular compendiumof ancient myths and legends. Giovanni Caselli (b. Florence, 1939) is one of Europes most celebrated authors and illustrators. His books have sold inthe millions.Paperback - 1997 - good condition, very slight crease in cover - ladylisabooks - used books, secondhand books, out of print books, hard to find books, for sale, second-hand books, college books, student books,  Price: 9.00 GBP Add to Shopping Cart