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Books in World Mythology Series series

  • Venus

    Blake A. Hoena

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Provides the story of Venus and her importance in Roman mythology, including her connection to such figures as Aeneas and Adonis, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.
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  • Norse Mythology

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Jan. 1, 2011)
    Who is Frigg? What is Asgard? Why are myths so important in our lives? Myths are a rich source of history. People use them to make sense of our world. Even before myths were written down, people told and retold the stories of the gods and goddesses of their homeland. Readers of Norse Mythology will learn the history of myths, as well as their deeper meaning. From the Odin, the king of Asgard, to the mighty Thor, this book helps kids understand the myths that shape and direct people's lives. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Zeus

    Blake A. Hoena

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Provides the story of Zeus and his importance in Greek mythology, including his connection to such figures as Pandora and Hercules, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.
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  • African Myths and Beliefs

    Tony Allan, Fergus Fleming, Charles Phillips

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Dec. 15, 2011)
    Examines the myths and beliefs of Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Ancient China's Myths and Beliefs

    Tony Allan, Charles Phillips

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Dec. 15, 2011)
    Examines the myths and beliefs of ancient China.
  • Odysseus

    Blake A. Hoena

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2004)
    Provides an introduction to the character of Odysseus and his importance in Greek mythology.
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  • Athena

    Blake A. Hoena

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Provides the story of Athena and her importance in Greek mythology, including her connection to such figures as Jason and Odysseus, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.
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  • Demons, gods & holy men from Indian myths & legends

    Shahrukh Husain

    Unknown Binding (Douglas & McIntyre, March 15, 1987)
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  • Ancient India's Myths and Beliefs

    Charles Phillips, Michael Kerrigan, David Gould

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Dec. 15, 2011)
    An introduction to myths of ancient India features commentary on tales about the divinities, the ten incarnations of Vishnu, and female figures prevalent in the legends.
  • Cyclopes

    Blake A. Hoena

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Provides an introduction to the cyclops characters and their roles in Greek and Roman mythology.
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  • Hercules

    Adele D. Richardson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Provides the story of Hercules and his importance in Roman mythology, including his connection to such figures as King Eurystheus and Queen Hippolyte, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.
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  • Zeus

    Blake A. Hoena

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Provides the story of Zeus and his importance in Greek mythology, including his connection to such figures as Pandora and Hercules, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.
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