Nectar & Ambrosia: An Encyclopedia of Food in World Mythology
Tamra Andrews
(Author)
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Description
A publishing first, Nectar and Ambrosia presents an encyclopedic treatment of the magic properties and uses of food by mortals and immortals alike, from the pages of myth and legend.
Now, for the first time, the magic properties and uses of food by both mortals and immortals as represented in the world's myths and legends are brought together and explained in Nectar and Ambrosia. This A-Z volume is filled with an abundance of exotic lore and legend.Product Details
Price
$109.20
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Publish Date
October 26, 2000
Pages
285
Dimensions
7.21 X 10.17 X 0.85 inches | 1.35 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9781576070369
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About the Author
Tamra Andrews is a librarian and professional writer specializing in astronomical mythology.
Reviews
"Recommended for academic and large public library reference collections." --Library Journal
"Recommended for all collections." --Choice "Andrews' work suits the general reader and students and would be a good addition to public and high school libraries." --Booklist "Fills a major void in the relationship of food to the mythologies, rituals, and rites of many world cultures and peoples." --American Reference Books Annual
