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Mythical Weapons: Uncover the Power, Lore, and Legacy of Armaments Such Mjolnir, Excalibur, Poseidon's Trident, Brahmastra and Many More
Think about using Thor's powerful hammer Mjölnir and feeling its energy crackling as you call up thunder. Picture yourself pulling Excalibur out of the stone. Its blade shines with the hope of a united country. People have been fascinated by these legendary weapons for hundreds of years. Now you can learn about their long histories, secret meanings, and lasting effects.
Mythological weapons, like Zeus' thunderbolts and Poseidon's trident, have been very important in the stories of gods, heroes, and even whole societies. This complete guide goes deep into the divine's weapons, giving readers a journey through time, society, and legend that can't be found anywhere else. Find out where these famous weapons came from, what they mean, and how they continue to influence art, writing, and pop culture today.
There are many related areas to mythology that you can learn about by reading this book. Some of these are archaeology, anthropology, and religious studies. The author's careful study finds links between real-life objects and their mythological versions, giving us a new way to think about how these stories may have started with real-life objects and events.
World-wide coverage is one of the best things about the book. Many people know about Greek and Norse mythology, but "Mythical Wepons" shows you weapons from all over the world that were used in myths. Check out the magical qualities of Gáe Bulg from Irish mythology, the destructive strength of Vasavi Shakti from Hindu epics, and the strategic value of the Yata no Kagami mirror from Japanese mythology. This collection of different kinds of art will help you learn more about other cultures and show you how different groups of people thought about guns in their myths.
Just click "Buy Now" to begin your trip into the world of Mythical Weapons.
Mythological weapons, like Zeus' thunderbolts and Poseidon's trident, have been very important in the stories of gods, heroes, and even whole societies. This complete guide goes deep into the divine's weapons, giving readers a journey through time, society, and legend that can't be found anywhere else. Find out where these famous weapons came from, what they mean, and how they continue to influence art, writing, and pop culture today.
There are many related areas to mythology that you can learn about by reading this book. Some of these are archaeology, anthropology, and religious studies. The author's careful study finds links between real-life objects and their mythological versions, giving us a new way to think about how these stories may have started with real-life objects and events.
World-wide coverage is one of the best things about the book. Many people know about Greek and Norse mythology, but "Mythical Wepons" shows you weapons from all over the world that were used in myths. Check out the magical qualities of Gáe Bulg from Irish mythology, the destructive strength of Vasavi Shakti from Hindu epics, and the strategic value of the Yata no Kagami mirror from Japanese mythology. This collection of different kinds of art will help you learn more about other cultures and show you how different groups of people thought about guns in their myths.
Just click "Buy Now" to begin your trip into the world of Mythical Weapons.
101 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 15, 2024
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