The phoenix
an unnatural biography of a mythical beast
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Word Count
121,750 words, Guess
Page Count
487 pages
Identifiers
- ISBN-10022619549X
- ISBN-139780226195490
- Library of Congress Control Number2016005828
- OCLC Control Number938708316
- Better World Books9780226195490
and 1 more
- Open LibraryOL27226379M
Classifications
- DDC398.24/54
- LCCGR830.P4 N53 2016
- LCCGR830.P4N53 2016
Description
Arising triumphantly from the ashes of its predecessor, the phoenix has been an enduring symbol of resilience and renewal for thousands of years. But how did this mythical bird become so famous that it has played a part in cultures around the world and throughout human history? How much of its story do we actually know? Here to offer a comprehensive biography and engaging (un)natural history of the phoenix is Joseph Nigg, esteemed expert on otherworldly creatures from dragons to gryphons to sea monsters. Beginning in ancient Egypt and traveling around the globe and through the centuries, Nigg's vast and sweeping narrative takes readers on a brilliant tour of the cross-cultural lore of this famous, yet little-known, immortal bird. This entertaining and informative look at the life and transformation of the phoenix will be the authoritative source for anyone fascinated by folklore and mythology, re-igniting our curiosity about one of myth's greatest beasts.
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