Explore Ancient Mythology and Folklore

Updated June 2, 2026
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The Japanese myths : a guide to gods, heroes and spirits
Frydman, Joshua
Paper Book
The perfect introduction to the world of Japanese myth and legend. This is a smart and succinct guide to the rich tradition of Japanese mythology, from the earliest recorded legends of Izanagi and Izanami, their divine offspring and the creation of Japan, to medieval tales of...
American Indian myths and legends
Erdoes, Richard
Paper Book
American Indian myths and legends
Erdoes, Richard
Paper Book
The complete gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt
Wilkinson, Richard H.
Paper Book
The lives of pharaohs and commoners alike were dominated by the need to honor, worship, and pacify the huge pantheon of deities. From lavish tomb paintings and imposing temple reliefs to humble household shrines, countless tributes throughout Egypt reflect the richness and complexity of their...
Bulfinch's mythology
Bulfinch, Thomas
Paper Book
A beautiful gift edition of Thomas Bulfinch's classic retelling of famous myths and folk legends, with interpretive essays by Princeton classics professor Richard P. Martin.
Bulfinch's mythology
Bulfinch, Thomas
Paper Book
A beautiful gift edition of Thomas Bulfinch's classic retelling of famous myths and folk legends, with interpretive essays by Princeton classics professor Richard P. Martin.
Mythology for dummies
Blackwell, Christopher W.
Paper Book
Every culture and time has its myths. You might say that myths help us to understand people, since just like people they can be inspirational and beautiful, as well as cruel and violent. The main players in mythology are the original drama kings and queens - they hang themselves in shame, poke out...
I know what I saw : modern-day encounters with monsters of new urban legend and ancient lore
Godfrey, Linda S.
Paper Book
The monsters of ancient mythology, folklore, and more contemporary urban legend have long captured the popular imagination. While most people in America today relegate monsters to just that--our imaginations--we continue to be fascinated by the unknown. Linda Godfrey is one of the country's leading...
The United States of cryptids : a tour of American myths and monsters
Ocker, J. W.
Paper Book
Welcome to the stranger side of America--where monsters lurk in forests, lakes, swamps, deserts, and roadside legends across all fifty states. The United States of Cryptids: A Tour of American Myths and Monsters is a fascinating and fully illustrated journey through the...
Latin American folktales : stories from Hispanic and Indian traditions
Bierhorst, John.
Paper Book
Presents more than one hundred folktales selected from the Hispanic and Indian peoples of Latin America and the Caribbean and includes stories of mischievous tricksters, scheming witches, angels, arrogant aristocrats, humble peasants, and heroes and heroines.
Latin American folktales : stories from Hispanic and Indian traditions
Bierhorst, John.
Paper Book
Presents more than one hundred folktales selected from the Hispanic and Indian peoples of Latin America and the Caribbean and includes stories of mischievous tricksters, scheming witches, angels, arrogant aristocrats, humble peasants, and heroes and heroines.
Latin American folktales : stories from Hispanic and Indian traditions
Bierhorst, John.
Paper Book
Presents more than one hundred folktales selected from the Hispanic and Indian peoples of Latin America and the Caribbean and includes stories of mischievous tricksters, scheming witches, angels, arrogant aristocrats, humble peasants, and heroes and heroines.

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