Encyclopedia Of World Mythology

From The Familiar Tales Of The Journeys Of Odysseus, The Struggles Of The Northern European Gods Thor And Odin Or The Tales Of The Legendary King Arthur And His Knights, To The Slavic Stories Of The Snowmaiden And The Witch Baba Yoga, The Envyclopaedia Of World Mythology Recounts Myths From All Over The Globe. The Myriad Rituals Used By Medicine Men, Shamans And Elders To Call Upon The Spirits, The Customary Beliefs In The Powers Of The Gods, And The Social And Cultural Influences Behind These Beliefs Are All Explained Within This Volume. Enhanced By Special Features On The Gods, Protagonists, Themes And Art Of Each Region, This Is The Ultimate Guide To The Customs, Religions And Practices Of The Most Fascinating And Intriquing Civilizations Throughout History - In All Their Richness And Diversity. Like New.