Encyclopedia of Goddesses and Heroines

This two-volume set provides a comprehensive guide to the vast array of feminine divine figures found throughout the world.

• Coverage of thousands of goddesses describe their myths and images, as well as how they were honored by their worshipers

• Organization by region permits in-depth study of specific religious traditions

• Includes 40 line drawings by renowned mythic artist Hrana Janto, based on original works from various cultures

• Extensive bibliographies on each of the 30 cultures represented draw from the fields of classics, anthropology, folklore, literature, and psychology