This title deals with the myths & legends of the ancient worlds from Greece Rome & Egypt to the Norse & Celtic lands through Persia & India to China & the Far East It is a comprehensive A to Z of the classic stories of gods & goddesses heroes warriors & mythical beasts with copious cross-references Over 1000 alphabetical entries describe the central mythical figures of each culture & their importance to the ancient civilizations of their day It is beautifully illustrated with over 1000 images spanning fifteen centuries of fine art from the ancient world to the present including specially commissioned artworks It presents superb pictorial spreads on the mythical themes & symbols central to each culture Timeless in scope & appeal it is a classic & enduring reference work by two expert authorities In this important volume the mythologies of the ancient world are brought to life In the first half author Arthur Cotterell describes the central mythical figures of classical Greece & Rome the Celtic heroes & the Nordic gods In the second part author Rachel Storm expertly leads us through the powerful pantheon of gods & goddesses of the East from Ancient Egypt through Central Asia to the dragon festivals of eastern lands Pictorial features focus on recurring mythological themes including heroes oracles & prophecies This comprehensive guide to the myths & legends of two great continents is timeless in its universal appeal