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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 2
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Discover the exploits of all-powerful Zeus, leader of the Olympians, the mightiest of all the gods. Relive the excitement of the Titanomachy, the colossal War of the Titans. See what motivated the gods and goddesses, and encounter the ultimate winners and losers in Greek mythology's incredible battles.
71) Indian mythology
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c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Explores Indian mythology and includes the history of India, Brahma the Creator, Vishnu the Preserver, Shiva the Destroyer, Kali the Demon Killer, and other popular gods and goddesses.
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Author Michael A. Schuman retells some of the colorful tales of these fascinating people. He explores the similarities between the two civilizations, highlighting their myths about the creation of the world, the origin of men and women, the birth of music, and other intriguing tales. Each story includes a detailed introduction to the culture and beliefs of the ancient Maya and Aztec, as well as expert commentary written by scholars and specialists...
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Psychologist Loche Newirth becomes hunted when he sees a painting that opens a window onto the afterlife. An ancient order of men seeking to control the art pursue him across the world, through centuries, into madness and beyond. The first part of Michael B. Koep's The Newirth Mythology-The Invasion of Heaven is mystery, adventure, myth, betrayal, murder and madness. Psychologist Loche Newirth wonders if it was his fall: the fifty foot drop from the...
79) Aztec mythology
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2014.
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"This new title in the Mythology and Culture Worldwide series discusses the origins of Aztec myths and how some of these myths have been manipulated over time. The book details the major gods found within the mythology along with some of the most memorable tales, such as creation of the world and the making of humanity. The title ends with how Aztec myths have penetrated popular culture"--
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[2014]
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"This new series from Lucent Books helps younger researchers understand the role of mythology in major historical cultures of the world. Each volume explores the origins and cultural importance of a specific mythology. Presented in an engaging narrative that explains mythology as a product of the culture that created it, each volume details the major characters, gods/goddesses, and themes reflected in the stories. Volumes also discuss the impact of...