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Today we’re diving deep into the realm of imagination and sharing with you guys the best books on mythology.
Mythology is pretty much a collection of myths that belong to a specific religion or cultural tradition.
While some people are fascinated by the larger than life characters from Greek mythology such as Heracles and Zeus,
others intrigued by the mystery of the Egyptians and this list has books that cover both of them in great detail along with other mythologies.
But, let's cut to the chase. Here are the best books on mythology.
Starting off with a fantastic book that retells the most incredible and captivating stories from the northern germanic civilizations.
Usually, when people hear about Norse mythology they think either Thor or Loki! Thanks Marvel…
No Odin, no Freya or any other gods, creatures and mythical characters.
However, Gaiman has brought everything together in this book which will keep you excited with every page you turn.
Through Gaiman’s deft and clever prose you’ll learn the genesis of legendary nine worlds, while delving into the exploits of deities, dwarfs, and giants.
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Here's a book that follows the story of Zélie Adebola who is desperately trying to restore magic back to her people
and defeat an oppressive monarchy that’s trying to stifle her freedom.
Children of blood and bone draws from African mythology and will take you on a journey that is a little different from those based on other mythologies.
It’s a fierce tale of divided love, belief and legacy, that ripples with magic and will linger in your mind long after you finished it.
Also, known as the Book of Going Forth by Day, this is a key read for those who are Egyptian culture buffs
and want to study Egyptian mythology, philosophy and religion.
This book is the top choice when it comes to Egyptian spiritual literature.
It’s an integral part of the entire genre that depicts the mysteries of life and death.
Not to mention that it has some really nice, detailed images.
This is a book in which the author thoughtfully mixes insights of modern psychology with his own revolutionary understanding of a comparative mythology.
Campbell, also, emphasizes the hero’s journey with a general motif of adventure and change that runs through virtually all of the world’s mythic traditions.
The hero with a thousand faces is as relevant today as it was decades ago, when it was published,
and it’s still inspiring people to tell wonderful stories and to create art.
Ahh, Greek mythology!
Who doesn’t love a good story with a hero battling a minotaur,
or a flock of voracious Stymphalian birds and saving a princess or a beautiful nymph from the clutches of evil?!
Well, rather than a collection of stories Buxton chooses the path of emphasizing the historical and geographical contexts within which the myths were told.
This is a great introduction to the world of greek mythology, beginner-friendly that’s written in a comprehensive style which you will surely enjoy,
also complemented by fantastic illustrations, maps, and other features.
Now, let’s take a moment and appreciate this NY Times bestseller that unfolds rich intercultural myths, fairy tales, folk tales, and stories
that revolve around women so that we can better understand society, along with ourselves as a spiritual, and daring species.
In this remarkable book, Estés provides with a gift of deep insight, wisdom and love into the psychology of women in the truest sense, a knowing of the soul.
This is such a well-written book that captures the American spirit in such a vivid and spectacular way like no other,
however, the weird thing about it is that it was written by someone of British origins, not American.
As a modern book, American Gods has been lauded for its brilliant synthesis of “mystery, satire, sex, horror, and poetic prose.
It’s a remarkable work of literary imagination that will endure for generations.
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Here’s a marvelous book that’s all about Chinese mythology and how Little Bao,
a young boy from a small village is aided by Chinese gods, in order to protect his homeland.
Yang provides a great story with compelling insight into one of the most significant episodes of modern Chinese history,
while also revealing the very depths of human nature.
All the action and character development are all wrapped up in a plot that will make an instant admirer of Chinese mythology instantly.
After being dissuaded by family members from writing a book on the philosophy of evil, Tripathi decided instead to write about the Hindu god Shiva.
He based his whole book on the idea that all gods were once human and that their actions as humans created their reputation as a god.
The immortals of Meluha offers an epic story about how evil can reach great proportions
and even when everything seems lost one hero will emerge as the one who will save the world.
It's a very inspiring read! And if this isn’t enough for you, know that this is part one of 3 books.
In case you’re completely in the dark about this pick, you should know that Tolkien was a great fan of Norse Mythology.
Actually, his biggest passion wasn’t even writing fiction, it was translating Norse and Anglo-Saxon stories into English.
Sigurd and Gudrun consists of 2 epic, narrative poems, along with a handful of related texts that tell the story of the great hero Sigurd,
who slayed the mighty dragon Fafnir, the mightiest of dragons, and the princess Gudrun, who was tricked into marrying him.
It’s a great book that is packed with intense drama, thwarted passion, jealousy, strife and plenty of tragedy. You’re going to love it!
You know, what else you’re going to love?!
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Drawing on years of research in Japan, the author reveals a curious history and cultural significance of yokai,
tracing their roots, interpreting their meanings and presenting people that have been on their trail through the centuries.
The word yokai encompasses a multitude of beings such as ghosts, monsters, fantastic beings and supernatural phenomena of all kinds
that are a part of Japanese folklore and culture.
The book of yokai provides a lively itinerary to a world of folklore that’s ever-expanding its influence on global pop culture.
We also have to mention the incredibly vivid and amazing illustrations that accompany each story.
The book describes the thunderous journey of mankind, along with the struggles of Mahabharata
which is considered to be one of the most ancient beings in history.
The contents of Jaya offers a different perspective on life in a very meaningful, yet elusive way.
Jaya is written in 108 chapters with an abundance of little known facts about the epic myths that have lived on through the ages.
Here’s something that brings to life more than 100 legends from the native Americans that have been passed down through the ages,
which have been meticulously gathered from tribal elders and historians.
Voices of the winds paints a colorful scenery of myth and legend that aims to give you a better understanding of this population as a whole.
There are some stories so unique, so thrilling and profound that you cannot help but to be moved by them.
And this book tells of one such story.
The Song of Achilles is a tale of gods, kings, immortality and the human heart that brilliantly retells Homer’s enduring masterwork, The Iliad.
It’s an action-packed adventure, an epic love story and a remarkable book with a great execution that will keep you turning page after page.
The age of heroes is not forgotten!
Speaking of greek myths and legends... If you missed this ancient greek epic poem during your high school years
there’s no time like the present to hop on that horse and delve into this great tale.
It follows the violence, the political tensions, the drama surrounding the decade long Trojan War,
and it also features the likes of Achilles, Agamemnon, Paris and Odysseus.
A story you have to read in this lifetime.
And Aluxers, that about wraps it up.
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And, of course, for sticking with us until the end, here's your bonus book.
This wildly popular series offers a modern, witty view on greek mythology and gods that’s geared towards a young audience.
It’s a humorous, high energy adventure that will have you brimming with excitement with every page.
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