Big Ideas, Simply Explained With a dazzling array of images, this book brings a fresh approach to the subject to set myths in their cultural and historical context through lively story-telling, clear graphics, and the best contemporary photography and illustrations. Who was ...
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Libro de mitología
Big Ideas, Simply Explained With a dazzling array of images, this book brings a fresh approach to the subject to set myths in their cultural and historical context through lively story-telling, clear graphics, and the best contemporary photography and illustrations. Who was the trickster god Maui? What was the Mead of Poetry and what gift did it bestow on those who drank it? How did the Egyptian afterlife compare to the Underworld of the Ancient Greeks? What was the role of Loki and Thor in Norse myths, Gilgamesh in Sumerian, or Viracocha in Inca mythology? Find out all these answers and more with more than 80 myths and ancient histories from all over the world. This smart, fun, and easy-to-understand guide to myths and mythology is a must-have for those curious about ancient cultures, or for anyone who enjoys a great story. From the creation myths to the Ragnarök, this book will enthrall and entertain. |
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