{"product_id":"mythology-of-the-world-david-grayson-9798185034187","title":"Mythology of the World: The Epic Saga of Gods, Goddesses, Monster and Heroes. A Journey Through the Tales, Sacred Symbols, and Folklore of every Major","description":"\u003cb\u003eUnlock the Primordial Secrets of Ancient Civilizations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore modern cities mapped the continents, our ancestors looked out upon an untamed universe and asked a defining question: \u003ci\u003eWho forces the sun to break the horizon, and what shadows lurk within the deep water?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo the ancient world, the cosmos was a grand arena populated by tempestuous titans, radiant sky-fathers, and tricksters. Myth was the original language of human architecture - the framework through which early cultures rationalized nature, established civic laws and explored mortality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMythology of the World\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e stands as a monumental masterpiece, bridging meticulous research with cinematic storytelling. Far more than a basic overview, this comprehensive mythology encyclopedia breathes life into the sacred symbols, timeless tales, and deep psychology that shaped human history. For anyone seeking an accessible yet profound guide to ancient mythology, this volume is a vital addition to your shelf of mythology and folklore books. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapters include: \u003cbr\u003e-- Part I: The Near East (The Cradle of Civilization)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1: Mesopotamia - The First Clay\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2: Ancient Egyptian Mythology - The Eternal Nile\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3: Persian Mythology - The Eternal Due\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4: Levantine Mythology - The Storm of the Coast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e-- Part II: Europe (The Iron \u0026amp; The Ivy)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5: Greek Mythology - The Light of Olympus\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6: Roman Mythology - The Forged Empire\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7: Norse Mythology - The Nine Realms\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8: Celtic Mythology - The Mist of the Isles\u003cbr\u003eChapter 9: Slavic Mythology - The Whispering Forest\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e-- Part III: Asia \u0026amp; Oceania (The Dragon \u0026amp; The Lotus)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 10: Indian Mythology - The Cosmic Dance\u003cbr\u003eChapter 11: Chinese Mythology - The Celestial Bureaucracy\u003cbr\u003eChapter 12: Japanese Mythology - The Path of the Kami\u003cbr\u003eChapter 13: Korean Mythology - The Land of the Morning Calm\u003cbr\u003eChapter 14: Southeast Asian Mythology - The Spirit Islands\u003cbr\u003eChapter 15: Polynesian Mythology - The Fire \u0026amp; The Sea\u003cbr\u003eChapter 16: Aboriginal Australian Mythology - The Dreamtime\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e-- Part IV: The Americas (The Serpent \u0026amp; The Eagle)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 17: North American Tribal Lore - The Great Plains \u0026amp; Forests\u003cbr\u003eChapter 18: Mesoamerican Mythology - The Obsidian Sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e-- Part V: Africa (The Drum \u0026amp; The Earth)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter 19: West African Mythology - The Sacred Crossroads\u003cbr\u003eChapter 20: South African Mythology - The Tall Reeds\u003cb\u003eA Cinematic Odyssey Across Shifting Horizons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpanning continents and eons, this beautifully illustrated edition organizes ancient memory into an unforgettable narrative of mythology history and ancient myths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Visual Masterpiece\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis volume is far more than a simple recitation of folklore or a baseline overview of mythology. It stands as a stunning visual showcase packed with high-quality drawings that capture the material conduits of divine authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e David Grayson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798185034187\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/30\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 348\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.78lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.72d","brand":"David Grayson","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49148656550143,"sku":"9798185034187","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/mythology-of-the-world-david-grayson-9798185034187","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}