The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Mythology: An A - Z Guide to the Myths and Legends of the Ancient World
The myths and legends of the ancient worlds, from Greece, Rome and Egypt to the Norse and Celtic lands, through Persia and India to China and the Far East. A comprehensive A to Z of the classic stories of gods and goddesses, heroes and mythical beasts, wizards and warriors.
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CONALL, in Irish mythology, was the foster-brother of the Ulster hero
CUCHULAINN. As children, they swore that if either was killed first the other
would avenge htm. When Queen MEDB of Connacht invaded Ulster, Cuchulainn
faced her army ...
1912) CUCHULAINN, in Irish mythology, was the champion warrior of Ulster. His
name means "the Hound of Culann", although he was usually called the Hound
of Ulster. Cuchulainn was the Irish Achilles, a larger-than-life fighter whose bouts
CUCHULAINN, mortally wounded in his final combat but determined to fight to
the end, lashed himself to a pillar and died on his feet. At the end a crow settled
on his shoulder, signifying death. This memorial symbolizes all those who fought
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Comprehensive reference guide to world mythology with sections on classical world, norse lands, south and central asia, egypt and west asia, celtic world, east asia. Entries are made in A-Z format within each main section with lots of full colour illustrations and photos. Read full review