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A fascinating illustrated tour of the fabled places in literature and folklore that have awed, troubled, and eluded us through the ages. From the epic poets of antiquity to contemporary writers of science fiction, from the authors of the Holy Scriptures to modern raconteurs of fairy tales, writers and storytellers through the ages have invented imaginary and mythical lands, projecting onto them all of our human dreams, ideals, and fears. In the tradition of his acclaimed History of Beauty, On Ugliness, and The Infinity of Lists, renowned writer and cultural critic Umberto Eco leads us on a beautifully illustrated journey through these lands of myth and invention, showing us their inhabitants, the passions that rule them, their heroes and antagonists, and, above all, the importance they hold for us. He explores this human urge to create such places, the utopias and dystopias where our imagination can confront things that are too incredible or challenging for our limited real world. Illuminated with more than 300 color images, The Book of Legendary Lands is both erudite and thoroughly enjoyable, bringing together disparate elements of our shared literary legacy in a way only Umberto Eco can. Homers poems and other ancient and medieval texts are presented side by side with Gullivers Travels and Alice in Wonderland; Tolkien shares space with Marco Polos Books of the Marvels of the World; films complement poems, and comics inform novels. Together, these stories have influenced the sensibilities and worldview of all of us.
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birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
The Book of Legendary Lands has taken my adventures to a whole new level! The illustrations are stunning and really bring the worlds to life. I bought this for my son who loves fantasy, and he can't put it down. It’s like a portal to another world!
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Emilia Thompson
A Traveler's Dream Book!
The Book of Legendary Lands has taken my adventures to a whole new level! The illustrations are stunning and really bring the worlds to life. I bought this for my son who loves fantasy, and he can't put it down. It’s like a portal to another world!
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Sofia Martinez
Perfect Gift for Fantasy Lovers!
I bought this for my best friend who’s always dreaming up fantasy worlds. The illustrations are beautiful, and it’s perfect for inspiration! A little pricey, but she's loving it, so it was worth it!
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Sofia Martinez
Perfect Gift for Fantasy Lovers!
I bought this for my best friend who’s always dreaming up fantasy worlds. The illustrations are beautiful, and it’s perfect for inspiration! A little pricey, but she's loving it, so it was worth it!
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Liam O'Connor
Good Concept, But Somewhat Underwhelming
I was excited to get The Book of Legendary Lands, but it didn't meet my expectations. The artwork is nice, but I found some of the lands not as engaging. Just felt like it was missing something special.
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