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Etruscan myth, sacred history and legend / Nancy Thomson de Grummond

This volume provides a comprehensive account of Etruscan mythology, using archaeological evidence, art, and classical texts to reconstruct lost narratives. It explores themes of prophecy and the underworld, analysing how myth reflects Etruscan society and ritual.

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