LEADER 00000cam 22008178i 4500 001 ocn907132875 003 OCoLC 008 150409s2015 xxua b 001 0 eng 020 9781440590535|q(hbk.) 020 1440590532|q(hbk.) 020 |z9781440590542|q(ebook) 020 1440590540|q(ebook) 020 9781440590542|q(ebook) 041 eng 082 04 398.24/54|223 084 FIC009000|aFIC010000|2bisacsh 092 0 398|bengelska 100 1 Alexander, Skye,|eauthor 245 10 Unicorns :|bthe myths, legends, & lore /|cSkye Alexander 264 1 Avon, Massachusetts :|bAdams Media,|c[2015] 300 223 pages :|billustrations ;|c20 cm 336 text|btxt|2rdacontent 336 still image|bsti|2rdacontent 337 unmediated|bn|2rdamedia 338 volume|bnc|2rdacarrier 504 Includes bibliographical references and index 505 0 Introduction: The magic and mystery of the unicorn -- Part I: U is for unicorn. The unicorn myth ; The origins of the unicorn ; How to recognize a unicorn -- Part II: Unicorns through the ages. Unicorns in the ancient world ; Medieval unicorns ; Renaissance unicorns ; Unicorns in the age of enlightenment: science confronts mythology ; Romancing the unicorn: the Romantic and Victorian eras ; New twists to old tales: modern unicorn myths ; Unicorns in popular culture -- Afterword: Then, now, and beyond: the evolution of unicorns 520 "Explains the history, origins, theories, and various tellings of unicorns"--|cProvided by publisher 520 An enchanting treasury of unicorn lore! For thousands of years, unicorns have captured hearts, minds, and imaginations with their whimsical, mischievous spirit. This enchanting collection invites you to leap into their magical world and surround yourself in the tales that capture their power and beauty. Filled with dozens of magnificent illustrations, each page brings your favorite mythical creature to life right before your eyes-- shimmering mane and all. So get ready for a magic-filled adventure--Unicorns takes you on a journey you won't soon forget 650 0 Unicorns 650 4 Enhörningar 650 7 Folktro|2sao 650 7 Myter|2sao 907 00 190424
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