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The Element Encyclopedia of Magical Creatures: The Ultimate A-Z of Fantastic Beings
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The Element Encyclopedia of Magical Creatures: The Ultimate A-Z of Fantastic Beings

From unicorns and trolls to werewolves and griffins, this comprehensive guide is the key to discovering every magical creature from myth, folklore and legend around the world.This compendium of magical creatures explores the history, folklore and mythology of fascinating beasts throughout all the magical worlds.
 
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Encyclopedia of Jewish Folklore and Traditions
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Encyclopedia of Jewish Folklore and TraditionsEncyclopedia of Jewish Folklore and Traditions

There are many resources on aspects of Jewish culture and folklore around the world, but this comprehensive, accessible work may be the first to bring together the traditions from many lands and across time. The 250 alphabetically arranged articles by 90 scholars, mainly from the U.S. and Israel, cover legends, customs, other elements of folklife, and contemporary archives and resources.
 
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A Companion to Folklore
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A Companion to FolkloreA Companion to Folklore presents an original and comprehensive collection of essays from international experts in the field of folklore studies. Unprecedented in depth and scope, this state-of-the-art collection uniquely displays the vitality of folklore research across the globe.
 
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Folklore: An Encyclopedia of Beliefs, Customs, Tales, Music, and Art; 2d edition (3 Volume Set)
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Folklore: An Encyclopedia of Beliefs, Customs, Tales, Music, and Art; 2d edition (3 Volume Set)Folklore: An Encyclopedia of Beliefs, Customs, Tales, Music, and Art; 2d edition (3 Volume Set)

The broad field of folklore studies, developed over the past two centuries, provides significant insights into many aspects of human culture. While the term "folklore" conjures images of ancient practices and beliefs or folk heroes and traditional stories, it also applies to today's ever-changing cultural landscape. Even certain aspects of modern Internet-based popular culture and contemporary rites of passage represent folklore. This encyclopedia covers all the major genres of both ancient and contemporary folklore.

 
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Dolphins (Amazing Animals)
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Dolphins (Amazing Animals)

Dolphins are friendly and smart animals that always seem to be smiling. Did you know that they are actually mammals, not fish? Learn all about what makes dolphins so special in Dolphins! This interactive book explores the life span, habitat, and family life of dolphins in the wild. Colorful and captivating, it reveals fascinating facts about the animal's development and behavior, delves into folklore, and touches on conservation efforts.
Reading Level: Grade 1-4

REUPLOADED Thanks to Fruchtzwerg

 
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