The Sea: Myths and Legends - Angelo S. Rappoport

Author: Angelo S. Rappoport
Publisher: Senate / Studio Editions Ltd
Format: Softcover
Edition: 1995 reprint edition
ISBN: 1-85958-149-8
Condition: Good second-hand condition. Light shelf wear and some minor edge rubbing to covers. Binding remains solid and interior appears clean. Please see photos for the exact copy available.

A fascinating exploration of maritime myths, sailors’ superstitions, sea monsters, sirens, phantom ships, and the strange folklore humanity has attached to the ocean throughout history. Originally published in 1928 as Superstitions of Sailors, this later edition gathers together centuries of beliefs surrounding the sea, from ancient mythological traditions to nautical omens and supernatural encounters.

The book moves through legends of mermaids, enchanted islands, mysterious creatures of the deep, and the symbolic fear and reverence sailors held toward the ocean. An excellent crossover title for readers interested in folklore, mythology, maritime history, and the stranger corners of cultural belief.

About the Author:

Angelo Solomon Rappoport was a historian, folklorist, and writer known for his studies of myth, superstition, and comparative religion. His works often examined the ways ancient beliefs and folk traditions shaped everyday life and cultural imagination.