Creation myths, quests, the eternal battle between good and evil, these are some of the classic tales that feed the ravenous beast of modern culture. For many t
Organized by geographic region and with characters from the same stories and episodes grouped together, this comprehensive book is an excellent reference tool.
The West's first encounters with the folk tales and myths of the East proved to be a heady experience, as they were based on an entirely different value system
Almost three centuries have passed since the oldest manuscript of The Thousand and One Nights arrived in Europe. Since then, the Nights have occupied the minds
A fresh look at the best-loved and most exciting stories that make up the rich body of Viking, Greek and Oriental mythology. Part One introduces the heroes and