Mythic world

Recounts the myths of Oceania and explains how the myths reflect the region's environment, way of life, religion, and beliefs.

Recounts the myths of China and Japan and explains how those myths reflect the environment, way of life, and religion of the region's people.

Recounts the myths of the ancient Romans and explains how they reflect the environment, way of life, and religion of the time.

Presents ten ancient Greek myths accompanied by color illustrations, and includes a general introduction, a glossary, and a list of related resources. Covers such figures as Diana and Acteon, Apollo and Daphne, and Mars and Venus.