Synopses & Reviews
This is a truly ground-breaking book, the most complete guide to the myths of some of the most significant ancient cultures in the world. Exploring the rich diversity of mythological themes within Native American, Aztec, Incan and Mayan cultures, it is extensively and lovingly researched and backed up by sumptuous photography.
An instantly accessible A to Z structure provides concise, fact-packed entries on more than 600 key characters allows the reader to discover who is who in American mythology.
Why is the Thunderbird so feared? Which incident turned Coyote into such a mischief-maker? Who was the weeping warrior? Why did the Aztecs sacrifice so many people? What is the mystery surrounding El Dorado? Find the answers to these questions and many more in this stimulating visual guide to the mythology of the Americas.