Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Discover the enchanting world of mythology -- from Loki and Thor to Viracocha and C chulainn.
Authoritative and engrossing, this guide to mythology retells and explains more than 80 well-known myths and legends. Perfect for the modern reader, it offers you a fresh look at these fascinating myths and what they mean to the cultures that created them.
This indispensable reference book about mythology is packed with: - Global coverage of world myths, profiling everything from the famous tales of the Greeks, Norsemen and Egyptians to the legends of the Caribbean, the Americas, Oceania and East Asia.
- Thought-provoking quotes, graphics and flow-charts demystify the central ideas of each mythological narrative.
- More than 80 classic myths retold and explained.
- Boxes that place the myths in their cultural and historical context.
Get ready to explore the compelling worlds and characters depicted in myths and legends through engaging text and eye-catching graphics. You'll come face-to-face with Zeus, the god of the sky and ruler of the Olympian gods, discover the trickster god, Maui, and meet Hades, the ruler of the underworld.
Beyond the gods and goddesses of Ancient Greek, Roman and Norse myths, this mythology and folklore book delves into the stories woven by the Australian aborigines, the Cherokee and Aztecs, each brimming with amazing characters and insights into human existence. It will intrigue and delight fans of all things mythology
The series simply explained. The Mythology Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas Simply Explained series from DK. It uses innovative graphics along with engaging writing to make complex subjects easier to understand.
Synopsis
Learn about compelling worlds and characters depicted in myths and legends in The Mythology Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Mythology in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike The Mythology Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in.
This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Mythology, with:
- More than 80 classics retold and explained in mythology
- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts
- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout
- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding
The Mythology Book lets you delve into each myth, discover the meanings behind them, and understand their significance to different cultures worldwide - aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you'll find global coverage of world myths, profiling everything from the well-known tales of the Greeks, Norsemen, and Egyptians to the legends of the Caribbean, the Americas, Oceania, and East Asia.
Your Mythological Questions, Simply Explained
Learn about myths in this essential guide, from early creation beliefs to classical hero narratives and the recurring theme of the afterlife. Delve into each myth and discover the meanings behind these stories, getting to the heart of their significance to different cultures worldwide. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the many classic stories, The Mythology Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. Discover Zeus, god of the sky and ruler of the Olympian gods, Loki, the cunning trickster with a knack for causing havoc, Thor with his mighty hammer, and Hades, ruler of the underworld - and much more.
The Big Ideas Series
With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Mythology Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.