What are the book references in the back of the illustrated encyclopedia of world mythology?

I'm sorry, but I cannot provide specific book references from the illustrated encyclopedia of world mythology as it may vary depending on the edition or version of the book. However, you can check the bibliography or references section at the back of the book to find the sources and books referenced in the encyclopedia.

The book references in the back of the illustrated encyclopedia of world mythology vary depending on the specific encyclopedia. Here are some examples of book references that may be included:

- General Mythology References:
- The Oxford Companion to World Mythology (David Leeming)
- The Encyclopedia of Mythology (Arthur Cotterell)
- The World Encyclopedia of Myths and Legends (Roy Willis)
- Mythology by Region or Culture:
- Mythology: An Illustrated Encyclopedia of the World's Myths and Legends (Richard Cavendish)
- The Penguin Dictionary of Symbols (Juan Eduardo Cirlot)
- Mythologies of the World: An Encyclopedia of Myth, Legend, and Folklore (Donna Rosenberg)
- Specific Mythological Figures or Themes:
- The Hero with a Thousand Faces (Joseph Campbell)
- The Golden Bough (James Frazer)
- The Myth of Sisyphus (Albert Camus)
- Academic Journals and Publications:
- Journal of Myth and Ritual
- Mythos: The Journal of the Mythic Society
- Journal of American Folklore

These references provide readers with additional resources for further exploration of world mythology, including scholarly works, encyclopedias, and specialized studies on specific cultures or mythological themes.