Legends & Myths of India, Egypt, China & Japan
The Mythology of the East: The Fabulous Stories of the Heroes, Gods and Warriors of Ancient Egypt and Asia
Seiten
2017
Lorenz Books (Verlag)
978-0-85723-733-0 (ISBN)
Lorenz Books (Verlag)
978-0-85723-733-0 (ISBN)
An authoritative A to Z guide to the mythologies and legends of the East, from ancient Egypt to Japan. Over 500 alphabetical entries describe the central mythical figures of each culture and their importance to the ancient civilizations of the day.
In this magnificent reference book, the powerful and evocative mythologies of the East are revealed in all their glory. An instantly accessible A to Z structure, fully cross-referenced throughout, details the pantheon of gods of the East. The book splendidly recreates the rise of many cultures. Travel through exotic realms of high adventure, thrill at the exploits of warrior-gods, and become immersed in legend and folklore that bring to life the ancient stories that influence society in much of Asia today. Drawing together the legends of many incredibly diverse cultures, in a highly readable and accessible style, it is a classic reference on the subject.
In this magnificent reference book, the powerful and evocative mythologies of the East are revealed in all their glory. An instantly accessible A to Z structure, fully cross-referenced throughout, details the pantheon of gods of the East. The book splendidly recreates the rise of many cultures. Travel through exotic realms of high adventure, thrill at the exploits of warrior-gods, and become immersed in legend and folklore that bring to life the ancient stories that influence society in much of Asia today. Drawing together the legends of many incredibly diverse cultures, in a highly readable and accessible style, it is a classic reference on the subject.
Rachel Storm is a journalist and author specializing in religion, alternative religion and spirituality. Her books include In Search of Heaven on Earth, an investigation into New Age beliefs, The Sacred Sea and Dreamtime.
Erscheinungsdatum | 28.09.2017 |
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Zusatzinfo | Over 500 photographs |
Verlagsort | London |
Sprache | englisch |
Maße | 228 x 297 mm |
Themenwelt | Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lexikon / Chroniken |
Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Vor- und Frühgeschichte | |
Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Altertum / Antike | |
Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte ► Regional- / Ländergeschichte | |
Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie | |
ISBN-10 | 0-85723-733-0 / 0857237330 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-85723-733-0 / 9780857237330 |
Zustand | Neuware |
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