Mark Daniels

World Mythology in Bite-sized Chunks

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Imprint: O'Mara Books

Publication date: 07/01/2016

ISBN: 9781782435754

Subject: Non-Fiction

Category: Science - History - Philosophy

Binding: Paperback

Size: Other

Extent: 224 pages

Territorial Rights: World (All Languages)

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Summary:

A masterful introduction to world mythology, shedding light on the impact it has had on cultures past and present and untangling the complex web of deities, monsters and myths.

From the signs of the zodiac to literature and art, the influence of world mythology can still be seen in everyday life.

With a stunning array of fascinating tales, World Mythology in Bite-sized Chunks gets to grips with the ancient stories of Aboriginal, Sumerian, Egyptian, Mesoamerican, Maori, Greek, Roman, Indian, Norse and Japanese cultures, encompassing legends from the most diverse societies and the most ancient cultures from across the globe.

Learn about why Odin, the Father of the Gods in Norse mythology, was so keen to lose an eye, the importance of the Osiris myth of Ancient Egypt, and much more besides.

Entertaining, authoritative and incisive, this is an enlightening journey into the fascinating world of mythology.

Reviews:

This handy little book documents different stories that proliferate across world mythology... it's all here in bite sized chunks

The Good Book Guide

Sales points:

  • A new-look paperback edition of The Midas Touch

  • A helpful introduction to the subject, World Mythology in Bite-sized Chunks tells you everything you need to know about the titans, creatures, gods, goddesses, heroes and traditions of legend

  • Covers an array of material, from the best bits of Greek and Roman mythology, to the legends and traditions of ancient Aboriginal, Egyptian, Indian, Japanese and Norse cultures, and much more

  • Packed with fascinating facts, including – the legendary island of Atlantis, the nine worlds of Norse mythology, and the Japanese creation myth

About the Author:

Mark Daniels

Mark Daniels is a writer who studied Classics and Linguistics at the University of Cambridge, where he focused on the myths of Greek, Roman and Sanskrit poetry. He is the author of The Midas Touch: World Mythology in Bite-sized Chunks, which has been translated into seven languages worldwide, and Gods, Heroes and Monsters.