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Goddess with a Thousand Faces

A one-of-a-kind exploration of goddesses from our ancient past
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"I loved Goddess with a Thousand Faces. Fascinating, fun and thoughtful and enlightening" JENNIFER SAINT "A beautiful weave of history, myth and storytelling by one of our most exciting new classicists" DAN SNOW Steeped in ancient magic, dark divinity and wild ways, Goddess with a Thousand... Read More
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The first of its kind, Goddess with a Thousand Faces blends historical research with mythological retelling, taking an inspirational, enlightening and fiercely feminist deep dive into ancient goddesses to explore the modern concept of femininity.

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"I loved Goddess with a Thousand Faces. Fascinating, fun and thoughtful and enlightening" JENNIFER SAINT

"A beautiful weave of history, myth and storytelling by one of our most exciting new classicists" DAN SNOW

Steeped in ancient magic, dark divinity and wild ways, Goddess with a Thousand Faces takes you on a historical journey like no other. Blending mythological retellings with historical research, Goddess with a Thousand Faces traverses the world and transports through time to bring ten formidable and inspiring ancient goddesses to life. Meet Artemis, the Greek goddess of the wilderness, never without her bow and arrow; Sedna, Inuit goddess of the ocean, guarding the icy waters and all its creatures; Isis, Egyptian goddess of healing, who dwells by the River Nile, just to name a few.

Jasmine Elmer explores these goddesses of our past, uncovering their truths, their rebellion and their freedom. For too long, they have been written out of history; lost to the sands of time and stamped into silence. Goddess with a Thousand Faces restores these women to their glory.

Pour over this treasure trove of myths, legends and mighty goddesses. Hear the messages echoing through the ages and see yourself in the faces of these icons. For while their stories might be ancient, today they are more importantβ€”and more powerfulβ€”than ever.

A treasure trove of beautiful storytelling and ancient wisdom, perfect for fans of Love in Colour by Bolu Babalola and Storyland by Amy Jeffs.

"Gorgeous. Jasmine Elmer has a fierce passion for these women, and this shines through in her writing. Come for the goddesses, stay for the spiritual journey!" Lizzy Tiffin, author of Bad Girls of Ancient Greece

"If you love history and feminist retellings, this is your next must-read. Goddess with a Thousand Faces is a thrilling exploration of lesser-known goddesses from around the worldβ€”offering a crash course in feminine myth and worship, with all its power, fury and wonder. I adored it" Rachel Blackmore, author of Costanza

"A passionate ode to the inner goddess within us all, that blends a rich and vibrant introduction to a diverse array of cultures and mythologies with accessible retellings. Part mythical guide, part history compendium and part self-help handbook, Jasmine Elmer's sparkling debut offers up a refreshing, inclusive and powerfully feminist manifesto for what it means to be a goddess, ancient and modern" Emily Hauser, author of Mythica

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408748251

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 October 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Renegade Books

Illustration: 10 black and white illustrations of goddesses

Contributors:

  • Translated by Priscilla Layne

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Jasmine Elmer is a mythologist and storyteller who brings ancient tales to life with a modern, feminist twist. Fascinated by the magical and the mystical, she dives into the worlds of goddesses, witches, slayers and rebels, showing how their stories still shape - and challenge - our own. With a background in ancient myth and history, Jasmine combines research with passion, breathing new life into myths and turning them into living manifestos of women's power for a modern audience.

Her debut book, Goddess with a Thousand Faces, is a bold and lyrical journey through global goddess traditions, blending storytelling with historical insight to reclaim the sacred feminine. Slay is her second book.

Of Pakistani and white heritage, Jasmine grew up in East London and now lives in Devon with her husband, son and five unapologetically adored cats. A passion ate advocate of slow living, she spends her time meditating, enjoying nature and a savouring a sip of coffee. You can find her on Instagram @jas_elmer. Go to www.jasmineelmer.co.uk for more.

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