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內容簡介 Unlock the Primordial Secrets of Ancient CivilizationsBefore modern cities mapped the continents, our ancestors looked out upon an untamed universe and asked a defining question: Who forces the sun to break the horizon, and what shadows lurk within the deep water? To the ancient world, the cosmos was a grand arena populated by tempestuous titans, radiant sky-fathers, and tricksters. Myth was the original language of human architecture - the framework through which early cultures rationalized nature, established civic laws and explored mortality. Mythology of the World stands as a monumental masterpiece, bridging meticulous research with cinematic storytelling. Far more than a basic overview, this comprehensive mythology encyclopedia breathes life into the sacred symbols, timeless tales, and deep psychology that shaped human history. For anyone seeking an accessible yet profound guide to ancient mythology, this volume is a vital addition to your shelf of mythology and folklore books. Chapters include: -- Part I: The Near East (The Cradle of Civilization)Chapter 1: Mesopotamia - The First ClayChapter 2: Ancient Egyptian Mythology - The Eternal NileChapter 3: Persian Mythology - The Eternal DueChapter 4: Levantine Mythology - The Storm of the Coast-- Part II: Europe (The Iron & The Ivy)Chapter 5: Greek Mythology - The Light of OlympusChapter 6: Roman Mythology - The Forged EmpireChapter 7: Norse Mythology - The Nine RealmsChapter 8: Celtic Mythology - The Mist of the IslesChapter 9: Slavic Mythology - The Whispering Forest-- Part III: Asia & Oceania (The Dragon & The Lotus)Chapter 10: Indian Mythology - The Cosmic DanceChapter 11: Chinese Mythology - The Celestial BureaucracyChapter 12: Japanese Mythology - The Path of the KamiChapter 13: Korean Mythology - The Land of the Morning CalmChapter 14: Southeast Asian Mythology - The Spirit IslandsChapter 15: Polynesian Mythology - The Fire & The SeaChapter 16: Aboriginal Australian Mythology - The Dreamtime-- Part IV: The Americas (The Serpent & The Eagle)Chapter 17: North American Tribal Lore - The Great Plains & ForestsChapter 18: Mesoamerican Mythology - The Obsidian Sun-- Part V: Africa (The Drum & The Earth)Chapter 19: West African Mythology - The Sacred CrossroadsChapter 20: South African Mythology - The Tall ReedsA Cinematic Odyssey Across Shifting HorizonsSpanning continents and eons, this beautifully illustrated edition organizes ancient memory into an unforgettable narrative of mythology history and ancient myths. A Visual MasterpieceThis volume is far more than a simple recitation of folklore or a baseline overview of mythology. It stands as a stunning visual showcase packed with high-quality drawings that capture the material conduits of divine authority.