#smrgSAHAF Legends and Myths of India Egypt China Japan the Mythology of the East : The Fabulous Stories of the Heroes Gods and Warriors of Ancient Egypt and Asia - 1973
An instantly accessible A to Z structure, fully cross-referenced throughout, details the pantheon of gods, goddesses, heroes, warriors, monsters, sacred animals and holy places of the East, from the deserts of Egypt to the snowy Himalayas and beyond to Japan. Additional special features focus on important mythological themes and symbols such as yin and yang, the avatars of Vishnu, demons and black magic, and the incarnations of the mother goddess.
From the flood myths of Asia Minor and the awe-inspiring temples of Egypt to the sacred rivers of India and the dragon festivals of China, come exciting tales of gods, spirits and demons. There are stories of the gods who still shape much of Eastern religion today: playful Krishna, Shiva the destroyer, elephant-headed Ganesha and many-armed Kali; tales of the dragon gods of the Far East; and descriptions of the sacred mountains worshipped as deities from ancient times.
With over 500 stunning fine art paintings, sculptures, photographs and illustrations, this classic reference work brings together the legends and religious stories of many incredibly diverse cultures in a highly readable and accessible style.
An instantly accessible A to Z structure, fully cross-referenced throughout, details the pantheon of gods, goddesses, heroes, warriors, monsters, sacred animals and holy places of the East, from the deserts of Egypt to the snowy Himalayas and beyond to Japan. Additional special features focus on important mythological themes and symbols such as yin and yang, the avatars of Vishnu, demons and black magic, and the incarnations of the mother goddess.
From the flood myths of Asia Minor and the awe-inspiring temples of Egypt to the sacred rivers of India and the dragon festivals of China, come exciting tales of gods, spirits and demons. There are stories of the gods who still shape much of Eastern religion today: playful Krishna, Shiva the destroyer, elephant-headed Ganesha and many-armed Kali; tales of the dragon gods of the Far East; and descriptions of the sacred mountains worshipped as deities from ancient times.
With over 500 stunning fine art paintings, sculptures, photographs and illustrations, this classic reference work brings together the legends and religious stories of many incredibly diverse cultures in a highly readable and accessible style.
