If you're drawn to the power of ancient stories and want to immerse yourself in the tales that have shaped human history, this anthology is a treasure trove. Each page is a doorway to different times and cultures, be it Greek legends or indigenous tales, all brought to life with vivid photographs. You'll find yourself lost in a world where mythology still whispers wisdom into modern life.

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Myths are the timeless expression of the imagination born out of the need to make sense of the universe. Moving across the centuries, they resonate with our deepest feelings about the fragility and grandeur of existence. Mythology is a comprehensive, richly illustrated survey of the mythic imagination in all its forms around the world, from the odysseys, quests and battles of ancient Greece and Rome to the living beliefs of indigenous cultures in the Americas, Africa and Oceania. Looking at each major myth-making culture in turn, this book retells some of the most significant and captivating stories in a lively, contemporary style. Generously illustrated with more than 700 color photographs, Mythology brings you the vibrant stories that echo time and again in our lives.

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