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Lurker, Manfred. The Routledge Dictionary of Gods, Goddesses, Devils and Demons
Taylor & Francis e-Library, 2005.

From classical Greek and Roman mythology to the gods of Easte Europe and Mesopotamia, from Nordic jiants to Islamic jiins and Egyptian monsters, this classic dictionary is packed with descriptions of the figures most worshipped and feared around the world and across time. Fully cross-referenced and with over 100 illustrations, it also features two handy appendices listing the functions and attributes shared by these deities and demons.
Covering over 1800 of the most important gods and demons from around the world, this is the essential resource for anyone interested in comparative religion and the mythology of the ancient and contemporary worlds.
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