Mythology: Ancient, Intriguing Stories from Korea, Japan, and Polynesia
Forfatter
Bernard Hayes
Beskrivelse
This book contains 3 mythology titles:
Korean Mythology - This book is dedicated to exploring the gods and goddesses that the Koreans of old worshiped, and within it, you will find more information about:
Strange creatures from Korean mythology The Korean mythology of Tangu and Ahri Gods and goddesses, and their background stories, from Korean mythology Supernatural powers, relationships, and dramatic legends Persisting values from Korean mythology that are present today
Japanese Mythology - This book is dedicated to exploring the gods and goddesses that the Japanese worshiped, and within the pages you will find subtopics like:
Ancient, exciting stories and mysterious myths and intriguing legends from Japan Gods and goddesses that were common in Japan thousands of years ago Historical anecdotes and fun, related background facts The intense meaning and purpose of swords in Japanese culture The controversial legend of Issun Boshi Real folklore monuments and locations you can visit that date back to times of mythological beliefs
Polynesian Mythology - This book is dedicated to exploring the gods and goddesses that the Polynesian people worshiped, and within the pages you will find more information about:
Background facts about the Polynesian culture, such as family, social stratification, education, fishing, gardening, religion, art, and traditions The intriguing legend and background story of Maui, the trickster Polynesian names from mythology and their meanings Rangi and Papa and the creation myth from the Polynesian islands What Polynesians believed about ghosts and spirits A brief overview of some of the main spirits and deities Polynesians believed in