This collection brings together 50 stories of powerful female figures
from around the world. There are loving creators, wise leaders, fearsome
warriors, gentle healers, and mystical protectors, and they can each
inspire you to find strength within yourself . . .
Beautifully written by cultural historian and broadcaster, Dr. Janina
Ramirez, and stunningly illustrated by Sarah Walsh, this amazing book
contains goddesses, guides, spirits, saints, witches, demons, and many
more female figures that have played an important role in shaping belief
today. Based on original sources and with photographs from the British
Museum collection, this incredible introduction to goddesses throughout
history will entertain, engage, and empower readers everywhere.
Divided into thematic chapters, there are important stories of creation
and love, action-packed stories of war and death, and heroic stories of
great adventure and strength.
Includes a neon pink ribbon bookmark and a jacketed cover with foil and
neon pink ink.
List of goddesses featured: Inanna, Athena, Mami Wata, Nut, Ezili Danto,
Rhiannon, Xiwangmu, Baba Yaga, Durga, Juno, Venus, Chalchiutitcue,
Brigid, Mokosh, Pattini, Ariadne, Asase Yaa, Gaia, Eve, Mawu, Lilith,
Sekhmet, Diana, Freyja, Izanami, Anat, Hel, Rangda, Medusa, Kali, Mary,
Guanyin, Isis, Hecate, Sarasvati, Tara, Chang'e, Pte San Win, Lakshmi,
Popa Medaw, Sedna, Itzpapalotl, Pele, Badb Catha, Oshun, Spider Mother,
Tiamat, Amaterasu, Papatuanuku, and Mazu.
