An Atlas of Afterlives: Discover Underworlds, Otherworlds and Heavenly Realms

The book "An Atlas of Afterlives" explores and explains the many underworlds, otherworlds, heavens, and hells believed in by cultures from across the world, throughout history. It is organized by continent and features lavish illustrations of legendary places from different mythologies, combining real, historical fact with the magical atmosphere of the unknown. With stories, histories, and maps to get lost in, the book is a unique departure from everyday life into the depths of world mythology, exploring a fundamental question in an accessible, respectful, and totally unique way.

Format: Hardback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2023
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

This intriguing question has captured the attention of humanity for countless centuries. An Atlas of Afterlives aims to delve into and elucidate the diverse realms of the underworld, otherworlds, heavens, and hells believed in by cultures worldwide, spanning across centuries. From idyllic paradise gardens to scorching kingdoms, from shadowy isles of the dead to ghostly galleons on an eternal voyage, these visions of eternity showcase the remarkable creativity and storytelling of human beings.

Organized by continent, this book invites you on a spine-tingling journey to explore legendary places from various mythologies. Each lavishly illustrated spread transports you to a different realm of the dead, featuring deities, demons, and other elements drawn from historical sources, ranging from ancient Egyptian scrolls to Chilean folklore. With wonder, curiosity, and sensitivity, every one of these awe-inspiring places is presented in its cultural context, blending real historical facts with the enchanting atmosphere of the unknown and unknowable.

Discover afterlives from across the globe, including:

The gloomy kingdom of Hades, the ancient Greek god of the dead
Valhalla, the mead hall of fallen Norse heroes
Duat, the ancient Egyptian River of Death
Jannah, the beautiful Islamic garden of heaven
Kakuriyo, the invisible realm of spirits in Japanese Shinto beliefs
The Gates of Guinee, the Voudou portal said to be hidden in New Orleans
The Lakota Trail of Spirits in the Milky Way
Kibu, the island of ghosts to the Torres Strait Islanders of Australia
Many, many more.

An Atlas of Afterlives is a truly unforgettable departure from our everyday lives into the depths of world mythology, exploring a fundamental aspect of human existence. With captivating stories, rich histories, and detailed maps to immerse yourself in, this book invites you to embark on a journey of discovery, shedding light on the mysteries that lie beyond our mortal coil.

Weight: 832g
Dimension: 262 x 318 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780711280854