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Mermaids: A Handbook of History and Lore
Mermaid myths, legends and sea spirits in a 176-page hardback.
A hardback mermaid book covering ancient, European, African and Polynesian lore, with 176 pages and colour illustrations, by Agnes Hollyhock.
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- Hardback, 176 pages with colour illustrations
- Size 144 x 218 x 20 mm
- By Agnes Hollyhock
- Ancient, European, African and Polynesian mermaid lore
- Appendix of mermaid sites around the world
About this piece
A mermaid book for folklore fans: this hardback guide by Agnes Hollyhock traces mermaid lore from ancient cultures to European, African and Polynesian tales. Sirens, mermaids and other sea creatures from around the world appear across its pages.
Its 176 pages include colour illustrations and original artwork, in a hardback measuring 144 x 218 x 20 mm. The book covers the origins of mermaids, mermaids in ancient cultures, European mermaid lore, African and Polynesian mermaids, and mermaid-related symbols and meanings. An appendix lists mermaid sites around the world.
Mermaid folklore has a long reach, and this book gathers it in one place. It makes a gift for mythology lovers and a read for a dark evening by the fire. Dive into Mermaids and discover the sea spirits that have captivated people around the globe.
Great for: folklore fans, mermaid lovers, fans of mythology, readers of sea legends.
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- 1 hardback book, 176 pages with colour illustrations
Details
| Format | Hardback |
|---|---|
| Pages | 176, with colour illustrations |
| Size | 144 x 218 x 20 mm |
| Author | Agnes Hollyhock |
| Subjects | Folklore, myths and legends, monsters and legendary beings, mysticism, magic and ritual |
| Series | Folklore Legends |
| Published | 1 Oct 2026 |
| ISBN | 9781577158929 |
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Does it cover mermaids outside Europe?
Yes, it covers ancient cultures and African and Polynesian mermaids, with an appendix of mermaid sites around the world.
How big is the book?
It measures 144 x 218 x 20 mm and has 176 pages with colour illustrations.
What kind of book is it?
A folklore book: it covers myths, legends and tales of close encounters with mermaids and sea spirits.
When will the mermaids: a handbook of history and lore arrive?
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