Indian Myths & Legends Tales of Divinity and Heroism

<p>This deluxe collectible edition of Donald A. Mackenzie''s retelling of Indian myths and legends is a must for the shelves of anyone interested in folklore or mythology. Here Mackenzie looks at the stories of gods and goddesses contained in the ancient texts of India, as well legendary tales of giants, fairies and demons. Using his extensive knowledge of folklore, he contrasts the mythology of other regions as well as illuminating the social mores of Vedic times. This rich collection of tales will be sure to enchant and entice.<br><br>This ornate hardback edition features <b>gold embossing</b> on the font and back cover, <b>full-colour endpaper designs</b>, <b>ivory pages</b> and <b>stencilled page-edges</b>, making a wonderful collectible edition for any mythology lover.<br><br><b>ABOUT THE SERIES:</b> The <i>Collectable</i><i> Myth and Legends</i> series contains luxurious gold embossed gift editions of classic myth and legends from around the world, featuring full-colour endpaper designs, ivory pages and striking stencilled page edges.</p>