Myths & legends [electronic resource]
Griffith, Mari2011
Book
Abstract: Myths and legends, with their fantastical settings and parade of exotic creatures and beautiful immortals, have inspired some of the most popular works in the National Gallery Collection. The latest addition to the best-selling Pocket Guides series leads the modern viewer through this important aspect of Western art.
Main title:
Myths & legends [electronic resource] / Mari Griffith.
Work:
Imprint:
London, England : National Gallery, 2005 (Boston, Mass. : Credo Reference, 2011.)
Collation:
1 online resource (15 entries) : 82 images, digital files.
Series title:
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.Also available in print version.Description based on title page of print version.
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Linking notes:
Print version: 80 p. : col. ill.
Contents:
Foreword -- Introduction -- Myths and legends -- Survival of the gods -- Myths and morals -- The lost classical spirit -- The uses of myths -- Private pleasures -- Political agendas -- Public image -- Sources for myths -- Mythological characters -- Gods and goddesses -- Nymphs and maidens -- Heroes, demi-gods and princes -- Hybrids and monsters -- Conclusion -- Glossary -- Further reading.
Access restrictions:
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
1857093917 (pbk)9781857093919 (pbk)9781780340753 (online)
Dewey class:
704.947
LC class:
N7760
Language:
English
Added title:
BRN:
502194
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