Gods of Love in World Mythology

by Don Nardo

Overview

Cultures the world over differ in myriad ways but frequently their mythologies demonstrate universal human themes. Volumes in this series explore stories of creation, death, love, nature, and war that have been told and retold in cultures spanning the globe.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781678202682
Publisher:	Referencepoint Press
Publication date:	08/01/2022
Series:	Mythology Around the World
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	6.60(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	13 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Timeless, Universal Tales of Love

Chapter 1 Ancient Egypt 8

Chapter 2 Ancient Greece 18

Chapter 3 Ancient Rome 28

Chapter 4 Ancient India 38

Chapter 5 Ancient China 48

Source Notes 57

For Further Research 59

Index 61

Picture Credits 64

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2022

High School —Besides myths from familiar traditions--Greek, Roman, Norse, Egyptian--this series includes stories from non-Eurocentric, nonwhite cultures, e.g., African, Chinese, Hindu, Polynesian, Middle Eastern, and Indigenous American. Greek and/or Roman myths appear in all volumes; Norse and Egyptian stories occur occasionally; stories from a few of the same non-Western cultures appear occasionally. The books are well written/researched/organized, smoothly paced, and executed intelligently, seriously for able readers. Chapters in each volume include several myths on the given topic so readers may compare/contrast stories told by the same culture. A mix of cultures within the series confirms that all peoples told/spread stories about similar concepts, confirming that humans held essentially similar beliefs for millennia. The author makes a compelling case for the influence of myths on other aspects of societies--science, religion, social customs, e. g--and, also, how myths influenced later cultures and how they, in turn, developed from earlier civilizations. Glossaries/pronunciation guides aren't included--a problem when unknown personal/place names from unfamiliar cultures/languages appear; it would have been helpful for students to learn/respect/appreciate words in international languages. Attractive covers and colorful, labeled interior art representative of various cultures reflect the series's global character. Sidebars within chapters feature names and roles of various gods; orange boxes include additional myths or details about them. VERDICT A notable, respectful series. Recommended for mature, serious students in school and public libraries.

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