The Facts on File Encyclopedia of World Mythology and Legend (Facts on File Library of Religion and Mythology) 2 Vol. Set

From School Library Journal Grade 9 Up–A standard resource takes on a fresh face and shape. Dow retains the basic structure and content of Mercatante's splendid first edition (Facts On File, 1988). While there are now two volumes and the scope, number, and wording of the entries are essentially the same, there are some notable differences. Translations of some of the names have been changed to reflect recent scholarship. Some articles are enhanced with additional pertinent information and nearly every one has see-also notes. New entries include: "Cardiff Giant," a quasi-legendary hoax; "Urban Legends"; and "Work Projects Administration," which encompasses the American folklore collecting activities of the Federal Writers Project. Both editions define "Myth," "Legend," "Folktale," and "Fable" in their introductions. Mercatante's discussion of these terms leads to his own succinct definitions, while Dow provides extended definitions. Line drawing reproductions of classical subjects are nearly identical but the new edition's reduced size has led to smaller illustrations. In some cases this results in sharper contrast; in others, details are muddied. A few are exquisite drawings by Aubrey Beardsley. Dow has added more than 50 items published since 1988 to the extensive annotated bibliographies. Libraries owning the earlier edition may well make do with it if current scholarship is not a priority, but those who can afford the new one would do well to acquire it. –Ann G. Brouse, Steele Memorial Library, Elmira, NY

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