The Book of the Sphinx by Willis Goth Regier

The Book of the Sphinx by Willis Goth Regier

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The Book of the Sphinx by Willis Goth Regier

What is the appeal of the sphinx and how did we become so enthralled with this mythical creature? Regier unearths the many forms of the sphinx and explores its extraordinary appeal. He digs deep into the cultural history of the sphinx, taking the reader on a journey through ancient Egypt, Greece and Babylon, into Judaism and Christianity.
Willis Goth Regier is dirctor of University of Illinois Press. He is the editor of Masterpieces of American Literature and the author of a number of articles on art and literature.
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ISBN 13 9780750938617
ISBN 10 0750938617
Title The Book of the Sphinx
Author Willis Goth Regier
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Binding Type Hardback
Publisher The History Press Ltd
Year published 2005-01-13
Number of pages 256
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.