Books Details
Author : Yoshi Yoshitani Pages : 176 pages Publisher : Ten
Speed Press Language : ISBN-10 : 1984857223 ISBN-13 :
9781984857224
Books Descriptions
Powerful and universal retellings of seventy-eight divine
stories, legends, and myths from around the world, each
accompanied by a gorgeous illustration from acclaimed artist
Yoshi Yoshitani. Many of the lessons we learn are shared
stories passed among cultures and generations. In this riveting
collection of fables and folktales from cultures across the
globe, characters from beloved fairytales, cultural fables,
ancient mythologies, and inspirational deities are brought to
life, including Sleeping Beauty (Italy), Rapunzel (Germany),
Jack and the Beanstalk (England), Our Lady of Guadalupe
(Mexico), Sun God Ra (Egypt), the Crane Wife (Japan), and
dozens more.Lesser-known stories introduce characters such as
the volcano goddess Pele from Hawaii; Mwindo, the wise and
powerful king of the Nyanga people; and the strong and
resilient Yennenga, mother of the Mossi people in Burkina Faso.
The recurring themes of conquering evil, overcoming adversity,
and finding love and companionship are
