Uncover the stories of gods and goddesses from around the world, in this dynamic anthology of ancient myths.
Discover 23 captivating stories of gods and goddesses from civilisations around the world in this book that introduces children to ancient cultures with colourful illustrations and incredible storytelling. Young readers will delight in myths that explain the beginning of the world, the way gods helped humans, the divine's power over weather and other natural phenomena, and much more. Featured pages highlight amazing real-life photos of ancient objects which show how people worshipped the gods through art.
A perfect, global introduction to the most fascinating stories about gods and goddesses from ancient history.
Marchella Ward is an archivist and researcher at the University of Oxford in England, and a lecturer in Theatre and Performance at Goldsmiths College in London, where she specialises in Greek and Roman tragedies.
© 2022 Marchella Ward © 2022 DK Audio
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