The popular Greek and Norse myths are populated with gods, heroes and monsters, and full of epic battles. Lesser known but deeply fascinating are the Native American folk tales which are unique due to the tribes’ isolation from outside influence for thousands of years. African stories of how the world and its inhabitants came to have their traits are delightfully inventive, while the vibrant gods of India contend with real human themes of life and love. Chinese stories have always had a mysterious and captivating appeal, coming from a country of diverse cultural influences; and the Celtic and Scottish myths are unsurpassed in their variety and power and the pure magic of their telling.
Heroism, romance and mystery all combine to create fantastical stories that attempt to explain the complexities of the world in simple human terms. This new book is a dazzling collection of the most gripping tales, vividly retold.
The popular Greek and Norse myths are populated with gods, heroes and monsters, and full of epic battles. Lesser known but deeply fascinating are the Native American folk tales which are unique due to the tribes’ isolation from outside influence for thousands of years. African stories of how the world and its inhabitants came to have their traits are delightfully inventive, while the vibrant gods of India contend with real human themes of life and love. Chinese stories have always had a mysterious and captivating appeal, coming from a country of diverse cultural influences; and the Celtic and Scottish myths are unsurpassed in their variety and power and the pure magic of their telling.
Heroism, romance and mystery all combine to create fantastical stories that attempt to explain the complexities of the world in simple human terms. This new book is a dazzling collection of the most gripping tales, vividly retold.
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Myths & Legends
512Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781435150232 |
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Publisher: | Flame Tree |
Publication date: | 12/23/2013 |
Pages: | 512 |
Sales rank: | 87,067 |
Product dimensions: | 6.10(w) x 9.40(h) x 1.70(d) |