Dragons, Demons and Dybbuks: Eastern Mythology from Egypt to Asia.
In this magnificent reference book, the powerful and evocative mythologies of Asia are revealed in all their glory. Essential reading for all those interested in the fabulous myths and legends of Eastern cultures from Egypt to Japan.
An instantly accessible A-Z structure, fully cross-referenced throughout, details the pantheon of gods of Asia. Over 500 colour pictures of sacred people and holy places, drawn from original sources, accompany the text. Pictorial features detail important mythological themes: Yin and Yang, the avatars of Vishnu, demons and black magic and the incarnations of the mother goddess.
Divided into three sections: Western Asian Mythology, Southern and Central Asian Mythology, and Eastern Asian Mythology, this volume is an exhaustive and fascinating guide to the mythology of the gods and goddesses, heroes, sacred animals and places of what was once the Asian continent.
Bringing together the legends of many incredibly diverse cultures, this book is destined to become the classic reference on the subject.
