"Societies around the globe have produced an astounding array of captivating myths that continue to fascinate and entertain members of each new generation. Among the best-known of these stories are those that tell how Earth and humans came to be; how the gods fought destructive wars in the heavens; and how stalwart human heroes fought dragons, one-eyed giants, demons, and other monstrous creatures. Classic tales from Greece, Rome, Scandinavia, Egypt, China, India, Central America, and elsewhere are colorfully retold in this volume"--Back cover.
