Women of Myth
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Women of Myth
Uncover the fascinating and complex women from mythology and folklore with this collection of stories profiling powerful goddesses, mighty queens, and legendary creatures.
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Women of Myth uncovers the fascinating and complex women from mythology and folklore with this collection of stories profiling powerful goddesses, mighty queens, and legendary creatures.
Get inspired with 50 fascinating stories of powerful female figures from mythologies around the world. From heroines and deities to leaders and mythical creatures, this collection explores figures of myth who can inspire modern readers with their ability to shape our culture with the stories of their power, wisdom, compassion, and cunning.
Featured characters include:
- Atalanta: Greek heroine and huntress who killed the Caledonia Boar and joined the Argonauts
- Sky-Woman: The first woman in Iroquois myth who fell through a hole in the sky and into our world
- Pele: Hawaiian volcano goddess
- ClΓdna: Queen of the Banshees in Irish legend
- La Llorona: A ghostly woman in Mexican folklore who wanders the waterfront
Celebrate these game-changing, attention-worthy female characters with this collection of engaging tales.
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Women of Myth by Genn McMenemy and Jenny Williamson is praised for challenging stereotypes and highlighting the remarkable roles of women in mythology. It is regarded as a valuable addition to any collection, with beautifully illustrated content that celebrates the diversity and strength of women in mythological tales. The book is seen as a joyful and insightful exploration for mythology enthusiasts.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781507219416
Publisher: Adams Media Corporation
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 16 March 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: Adams Media Corporation
Illustration: 30 4-C illustrations throughout
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Sara Richard
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 203.0mm
Weight: 542g
Pages: 256
About the Author
Jenny Williamson is a poet, writer, storyteller, freelance copywriter, and cocreator of the Ancient History Fangirl podcast. She has always been obsessed with ancient history and mythology, and blends her love of both with her passion for writing and storytelling, making the stories she tells accessible for modern readers. She has published poetry in multiple journals online and in print, and has a chapbook out with Finishing Line Press. She lives in Brooklyn with her cat Heloise and usually one or two foster kittens.
Genn McMenemy has been in love with mythology since before she could read. She and her brothers used to listen to their mother read myths and fairytales and dream about what life was like a long time ago. She has used her nerdy knowledge of mythology and ancient history to cocreate the Ancient History Fangirl podcast. Now she is a full-time award-winning freelance marketer, writer, researcher, and copywriter. Originally from the US, she now lives in the UK with her husband, Glen, and their tiny dog, Triss. She spends all of her free time traveling, visiting historical sites, and researching her next writing projects. Women of Myth is her first book.
Sara Richard is an Eisner and Ringo Awardβnominated artist from New Hampshire whose work has been printed inΒ Vanity Fair,Β British Vogue, and other publications. Her art is inspired by Art Nouveau, Art Deco, funerary imagery, and the natural world. Her creations tend to skew into the macabre and unknown with a balance of sweetness and sentimentality, honoring the Victorian-era theme of Memento Mori. As a native of New Hampshire, Sara grew up surrounded by trees and plenty of wild mushrooms. When not making art or writing, sheβs watching horror movies, cleaning forgotten gravestones with her mom, and collecting possibly haunted curiosities from the 19th century. Her online gallery can be found atΒ SaraRichard.com.
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