Treasury of Folklore: Stars and Skies by Willow Winsham, Joe McLaren
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Treasury of Folklore: Stars and Skies by Willow Winsham, Joe McLaren
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Treasury of Folklore: Stars and Skies
Since humans first looked upward, the stars have captivated our imagination. Willow Winsham's enchanting collection gathers the myths, legends, and folklore that ancient and contemporary cultures have woven around the night sky—stories that reveal how we've sought meaning, guidance, and wonder in the cosmos.
From constellations and their ancient narratives to beliefs about celestial events and their earthly significance, Winsham explores the deep human impulse to read the stars. These are tales of heroes and monsters, of divine intervention and cosmic destiny, of how different cultures have made sense of the infinite. Each story is a thread connecting us to our ancestors and to the universal human experience of awe.
Beautifully illustrated with 40 striking woodcut illustrations by Joe McLaren, this 192-page hardback is a visual feast as well as an intellectual one. The woodcuts lend an timeless, almost mystical quality—as if these ancient stories are still alive and speaking to us.
Perfect for stargazers, mythology enthusiasts, folklore lovers, and anyone who has ever felt the pull of the night sky and wondered what stories it holds.
A cornerstone of The Literary Cat's All Time Favourites.
Publisher: Batsford
Date Published: 17/08/2023
ISBN: 9781849947749
Number of pages: 192
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