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40 Myths and Legends in 500 Words Each - cover

40 Myths and Legends in 500 Words Each

Nietsnie Trebla

Maison d'édition: Shelf Indulgence

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Synopsis

Explore the Myths That Shaped the World – 40 Myths and Legends in 500 Words Each
 
Ever wanted to dive into the most legendary myths and folklore—without wading through dense academic texts? This book distills 40 of the most fascinating myths and legends from around the world into clear, concise, and engaging reads.
 
📖 What’s Inside?
 
🌍 Myths from Every Corner of the Globe – Discover timeless legends like Pandora’s Box (Greek), The Banshee (Irish), Baba Yaga (Slavic), and The Wendigo (Algonquian).
 
🦄 Legendary Beasts & Supernatural Beings – Uncover chilling and mysterious creatures like The Chupacabra (Latin America), Fenrir the Wolf (Norse), and Quetzalcoatl (Aztec).
 
🔮 Tales of Gods, Heroes, and Tricksters – Follow the epic journeys of deities and legendary figures such as Prometheus and Fire, The Monkey King (Sun Wukong), and The Trickster Coyote.
 
🧠 And So Much More – Each story is retold in just 500 words, offering a fast yet immersive dive into the world’s greatest myths and folklore.
 
🔖 Read Smarter, Not Harder
 
Forget complex mythology textbooks—dive straight into gripping stories with clarity and simplicity. Each chapter is a fast yet enriching read, perfect for history lovers and mythology enthusiasts alike.
 
🎯 Who’s It For?
 
🔹 Folklore & Mythology Lovers – Explore myths from different cultures in a digestible format.
 
🔹 Curious Readers & History Buffs – Gain insight into legendary tales without spending hours on research.
 
🔹 Busy Learners – Absorb fascinating myths in just a few minutes per day.
 
👉 Start your journey now with the book series that’s been translated into multiple languages and loved by readers worldwide!
Disponible depuis: 15/02/2024.
Longueur d'impression: 120 pages.

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