Mythology For Dummies

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The kind of myths you don't want to bust Humans have been creating myths and legends as long as we've been around. Mythology For Dummies takes you on a tour around the world of ancient storytelling, introducing you to the Egyptian gods, inspiring you with North American tales of coyotes and bears, and giving you a seat at the Round Table with King Arthur. You'll discover the values and belief at the heart of Earth's most vibrant cultures as you journey across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. There are a lot of stories to read here. The only question is--where will you start? Inside... * Mythology and civilization * How myths shape our culture * Greek and Roman gods and heroes * Norse and Celtic mythology * African and Persian tales * Ancient legends from the Near East * Myths from across Asia * Tales from South and North America