Publisher's Synopsis
The book contains over 20 stories as wide-ranging as the creation of the Norse frost giant, Ymir, to Jason and the Golden Fleece, to the Chinese tale of the Journey of the Monkey King. They are split thematically into six chapters: In the Beginning, Gods and Goddesses, Journeys and Quests, Fantastic Worlds, Monsters and Mythical Creatures and Magic and Trickery. These stories are interspersed with spreads which bring together different myths in an interesting unifying theme. Featured, for example, are the many weapons used by the gods, the amazing objects collected by heroes and heroines on their quests and the different relics found in the underworld.All the myths are written by Stella Caldwell in an exciting and absorbing voice. Each myth is subsequently illustrated by an artist from the culture where the story takes place, creating a unique artistic celebration that is culturally sensitive to all featured tales.
