Women of Myth : From Deer Woman and Mami Wata to Amaterasu and Athena, Your Guide to the Amazing and Diverse Women from World Mythology Hardback
by Jenny Williamson, Genn McMenemy
Illustrated by Sara Richard
Hardback
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Uncover the fascinating and complex women from mythology and folklore with this collection of stories profiling powerful goddesses, mighty queens, and legendary creatures. Get inspired with 50 fascinating stories of powerful female figures from mythologies around the world.
From heroines and deities to leaders and mythical creatures, this collection explores figures of myth who can inspire modern readers with their ability to shape our culture with the stories of their power, wisdom,compassion, and cunning. Featured characters include: -Atalanta: Greek heroine and huntress who killed the Caledonia Boar and joined the Argonauts -Sky-Woman: The first woman in Iroquois myth who fell through a hole in the sky and into our world -Pele: Hawaiian volcano goddess -Clídna: Queen of the Banshees in Irish legend -La Llorona: A ghostly woman in Mexican folklore who wanders the waterfront Celebrate these game-changing, attention-worthy female characters with this collection of engaging tales.
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:256 pages, 30 4-C illustrations throughout
- Publisher:Adams Media Corporation
- Publication Date:16/03/2023
- Category:
- ISBN:9781507219416
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Information
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:256 pages, 30 4-C illustrations throughout
- Publisher:Adams Media Corporation
- Publication Date:16/03/2023
- Category:
- ISBN:9781507219416
