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A culturally diverse, fact-filled, and gorgeously illustrated introduction to over 80 gods and goddesses from around the world - a perfect introduction to mythology for young readers. With heroic deeds, family drama, pulse-pounding battles, and shape-shifting magic, mythology fascinates us all. But even the biggest enthusiasts find it hard to keep track of who's who! Packed with facts and full-color, lush illustrations, Dinah Williams's Amazing Immortals is a fascinating introduction to these larger-than-life gods and goddesses, highlighting their big personalities, famous adventures, formidable powers, family trees, animal companions, and appearances in pop culture. Organized by theme - from gods of creation to gods of death and the underworld; from gods of water to gods of fire; from gods of love to gods of war - this diverse encyclopedia features both familiar and underrepresented deities.