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OverviewOver the millennia Gods and Goddesses have taken on many forms, have given great gifts and unleashed furious punishments on those who worshipped and angered them. This book introduces the main gods and goddesses of the past; their myths, rituals and how they have influenced modern popular culture. Discover the feuding goddesses of Babylon, Witness the great love affair of the Egyptian creator gods Travel with the West African goddess from the shores of Nigeria to the new world of the Americas Meet the divine forces which may still dwell in the heavens, the mountains, rivers, oceans and stars. More than a historical glimpse into ancient cultures, Gods and Goddesses is a reference guide to the divine pantheons and an insight into how these ancient people and their divine creators live on in modern stories, films, practices and beliefs. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Gabiann MarinPublisher: Rockpool Publishing Imprint: Rockpool Publishing Dimensions: Width: 12.80cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 18.70cm Weight: 0.045kg ISBN: 9781925017472ISBN 10: 1925017478 Pages: 172 Publication Date: 01 November 2017 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationGabiann Marin is an award-winning author, screenwriter, editor, academic, and lover of all things supernatural. Her very first stage play won the Australian Bicentennial Premier's prize and her book, A True Person won the international White Raven Literary award for work of outstanding merit and importance. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |