Basher Myths and Legends: Oh My! Gods and Goddesses

Basher History: Myths and Legends is a book that explores the immortal superstars of myth and legend, including Zeus, Freyja, and Bastet. It also provides a key to the relationship between Greek and Roman gods.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 14 October 2021
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Basher History: Myths and Legends is your chance to meet the immortal superstars of myth and legend. It's time to get heroic: rub shoulders with gods, goddesses, and heroes from ancient Greece and Rome, Norse mythology, and ancient Egypt. Meet Zeus, father of the Greek gods; Norse Freyja, goddess of love, beauty, war, and death; and Egyptian Bastet, goddess of cats, along with many, many others. A spread about Roman gods provides a handy key to the relationship between Greek gods and their Roman equivalents, so you'll never get confused! For fans of mythical creatures, also check out Basher History: Legendary Creatures and the rest of the Basher History series.

Why did Athena give her father a headache?
Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war, was known for her clever and strategic mind. However, she also had a mischievous side and often played pranks on her family and friends. In one famous story, Athena gave her father, Zeus, a headache by hiding his thunderbolt in a cloud. Zeus was angry and demanded to know who had done it. Athena, knowing that her father could not find the thunderbolt without her help, revealed her prank and apologized.

What job did Odins pet ravens do?
Odin, the ruler of the Norse gods, had two pet ravens named Huginn and Muninn. These ravens were known for their intelligence and loyalty and were often seen flying around Odin's throne, watching over him and gathering information. Huginn was associated with the wind and was known for his ability to see far in the distance. He was often sent out to scout for enemies and gather information for Odin. Muninn, on the other hand, was associated with the memory and was known for his ability to remember everything he saw and heard. He was often sent out to observe and report back on events and activities.

What happened when Osiris went to pieces in the desert?
Osiris, the Egyptian god of the dead and resurrection, was a powerful and respected figure in ancient mythology. However, his life was tragically cut short when he was murdered by his brother Seth. After Osiris's body was cut into pieces by Seth, the pieces were scattered across the desert. His wife, Isis, searched for the pieces and reassembled them, bringing Osiris back to life. This story is a powerful symbol of the power of love and resurrection and is often celebrated in Egyptian mythology.

Weight: 286g
Dimension: 179 x 177 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780753446973