From the back of the book:
Here is an intriguing and captivating introduction to the culturally diverse world of mythology.
Stunning photographs of masks, jewelry, and sculptures offer a unique "eyewitness" view of mythology and its gods, heroes, and monsters.
See:
- the world in a sealskin
- Quetzalcoatl's spectacular headdress
- Native American love dolls
- a fire-breathing dragon
- African trickster Eshu
- the one-eyed Cyclops
- golden Garuda, an animal idol
Learn:
- about the supernatural powers of the gods
- the mysticalpowers of shamans
- the purpose of the Native American Sun Dance
- the story behind the stunning medicine beaver mask
- why Romulus and Remus were reared by a wolf
Discover
- who swallowed the Sun god Ra
- the secrets of the towering totem pole
- the sacred art of sandpainting
- how many animals make a Chimera
- who had snakes for hair
- the magical powers of Thor's hammer
- and much, much more
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