In this companion to a forthcoming PBS series, Wood journeys to some of the remotest places on earth in search of four of mankind's most powerful myths: Shangri

Michael Wood goes in search of four of the most famous myths in the world- Shangri-la, the Golden Fleece, the Queen of Sheba, and the Holy Grail. These four rom

Few mere mortals have ever embarked on such bold and heart-stirring adventures, overcome myriad monstrous perils, or outwitted scheming vengeful gods, quite as

Famous heroes from ancient myths are put to the test in this thrilling volume. Heroic figures, from Odysseus to Mulan, duke it out, while fascinating historical

Describes the origins, personalities, and special powers of the Greek mythical heroes, including such figures as Heracles, Theseus, Perseus, and Oedipus.