Myths in Minutes: The world's great fables, sagas, and legends dramatically retold

This book includes myths from various cultures, such as Ancient Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Celtic, Norse, Easter, American Oceanic, and African myths. The great myths are timeless templates for stories, exploring themes like creation and destruction, fate and cunning, heroism and cruelty, sensuality and war.

Nearly 200 myths are retold, including Prometheus’s defiance of Zeus to create man, the destruction of Troy, Ra’s reign in Egypt, Odin’s one eye, raven-flanked form, battles against Frost Giants and Cyclopes, and heroic quests for the Golden Fleece and the Holy Grail. Each myth is accompanied by commentary on its origins, themes, and meanings.

Compellingly written and illustrated with iconic images, this book is a concise way to understand and enjoy the world’s great fables.

(This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)