Gods and Men: Myths and Legends from the World's Religions (Oxford Myths & Legends)

by David Spearman (Author), John Bailey (Author), Kenneth McLeish (Author)

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  Hardcover
  1981

  $16.24

• Used

  Paperback
  1992

  $9.48

  Throughout history people have tried to explain the mysteries of life and death through stories, and this collection brings together tales from many different cultures. Gods and Men centers on creation myths, the conflict between good and evil, and on legends of heroes, prophets, and holy men. The stories are taken from around the world, and there are fascinating comparisons between tales from an array of sources, including Greek, Norse, African, Hebrew, Indian, Chinese, and American Indian.