Philip Ardagh

Retells a variety of ancient Egyptian myths and legends about magical worlds, gods and goddesses, humans, fantastic creatures, battles for power, and murderous plots, explaining their origins and lasting popularity.

Retells traditional tales from Celtic regions, examining the cultures, geography, and religions from which they came.

Retells traditional myths and legends of the Chinese people, providing brief commentary on the cultural context of the stories.

Retells some of the most famous Greek myths about gods, goddesses, humans, heroes, and monsters, explaining the background of the tales and how they have survived.