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Mermaids

The Myths, Legends, and Lore

Skye Alexander author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Adams Media Corporation

Published:18th May '12

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Dive into a beautifully illustrated guide to mermaid myths, legends, and lore from around the world.

Discover the myths, legends, and lore behind everyone’s favorite sea creature—mermaids.

The allure and mystery of mermaids has taken hold of our psyche for ages. From the Irish merrows who come on land to search for human husbands to the infamous Fiji Mermaid made popular by P.T. Barnum, these sea maidens (and sometimes men) appear throughout folklore and mythology across cultures.

Inside this captivating collection, complete with beautiful illustrations, you’ll uncover mermaid folklore, explore symbols and themes linked to these mythical sea creatures, and read mermaid tales and ocean legends that have enchanted people for centuries. From mermaid history to myths from around the world, this comprehensive mermaid guide is both a fascinating read and a perfect gift for sea lovers.

Mermaids invites you to explore the world of sea mythology—get swept away by the magic of the deep.

"A mermaid found a swimming lad, Picked him for her own, Pressed her body to his body, Laughed; and plunging down Forgot in cruel happiness That even lovers drown." (William Butler Yeats)"

ISBN: 9781440538575

Dimensions: 191mm x 140mm x 20mm

Weight: 352g

224 pages