Mythology (Eyewitness Books Series)
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Here is an intriguing and captivating introduction to the culturally diverse world of mythology. Photographs of masks, jewelry, and sculptures offer a unique view of mythology and its gods, heroes, and monsters.Children's LiteratureIn this "Eyewitness" book, readers are taken on a world wide tour of mythology. Starting with the creation of the world, there are snippets from Native American, Hindu, Greek and Viking myths, as well as contemporary scientist's big bang theory. Readers can then delve into a variety of excerpts from stories telling about the creation of men and women. The natural world and the forces of nature have lent themselves to explanations through the antics of god and goddesses and also to superheros some of whom are children of the gods or a least favored by them. There is plenty more, and it is all illustrated with painting drawings and reproductions of artifacts. While a useful visual reference, this book will probably work best when paired with other books that retell the myths or those that offer a more comprehensive survey of world religions.
What is mythology?8Creation of the world10The cosmos12Sun and moon14Making humankind16Supreme beings18Floods and storms20The elements22The natural world24Fertility and birth26Children of the gods28Ancestor worship30Evil forces32Superheroes34Divine weapons36Gods of war38Contacting the spirits40Love, fortune, and happiness42Tricksters44Animal idols46Mythical beasts48Painting the story50Universal creatures52Death and the underworld54Sacred sites56End of the world58Index60
