Publisher's Synopsis
""A Short Introduction to Mythology"" is a concise and informative book written by Lewis Spence. The book provides an overview of the world's major mythologies, including Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Norse, and Celtic. It explores the origins of these myths, their development over time, and their enduring significance in modern culture.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different mythology. The chapters provide an overview of the major gods, goddesses, and heroes of each mythology, as well as their stories and symbolism. The book also explores the role of mythology in ancient societies, and how it was used to explain natural phenomena, human behavior, and the mysteries of life and death.Spence's writing style is accessible and engaging, making the book an ideal introduction to mythology for readers of all ages and backgrounds. The book is also richly illustrated with images of ancient art and artifacts, bringing the myths and legends to life.Overall, ""A Short Introduction to Mythology"" is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning about the world's major mythologies, their history, and their enduring relevance in modern culture.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Introduction to Mythology, by Lewis Spence. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564596036.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
