Baltic Mythology: A Quick Read

By Academic Links, Allison Bonham, Brooke Bonham

Baltic Mythology: A Quick Read is a captivating book designed to introduce readers of all ages to the fascinating world of Baltic mythology. This book features short, easy-to-read articles and stories about the most intriguing aspects of Baltic myths and legends.

Learn about Perkūnas, the mighty god of thunder, and Laima, the goddess of fate and destiny. Discover Dievas, the supreme god, and Zemyna, the nurturing goddess of earth and fertility. Meet Saule, the radiant sun goddess, and Milda, the enchanting goddess of love and beauty. Explore the complex figure of Velnias, the trickster deity, and Medeina, the protector of forests and wildlife. Uncover the symbolism of Ausrine, the morning star goddess, and delve into the myth of the world's creation.

20 Topics in Order:
Overview
Perkūnas: Known as the god of thunder.
Laima: Laima is the goddess of fate and destiny.
Dievas: Dievas is the supreme god in Baltic mythology.
Zemyna: Zemyna is the goddess of the earth and fertility.
Saule: Saule is the goddess of the sun, representing warmth, light, and life-giving energy.
Milda: Milda is the goddess of love, beauty, and harmony.
Velnias: Velnias is a complex deity, often depicted as a trickster figure or a demonic force.
Medeina: Medeina is the goddess of the forest, wildlife, and hunting.
Ausrine: Ausrine is the morning star goddess, symbolizing renewal, hope, and the cycle of day and night.
The Creation Myth: This myth explains how the world and the gods were created.
Perkins and the Serpent: In this myth, the thunder god Perkūnas battles a serpent or dragon, symbolizing the eternal struggle between order and chaos.
The Amber Princess: This myth tells the story of a princess made of amber who is sought after by heroes.
Laima's Gift of Fate: Laima, the goddess of fate, grants gifts of destiny to mortals.
The Sun Chariot: Saule, the goddess of the sun, rides her chariot across the sky, bringing light and warmth.
The Oak and the Linden Tree: This myth explores the significance of trees in Baltic mythology.
The Battle of the Seasons: In this myth, the forces of winter and summer, battle over the seasons.
The Forest Guardian: Medeina, the goddess of the forest, protects the wilderness and its creatures.
The Weaver of Fate: A mythical weaver, often associated with Laima or another goddess.
The Hero's Journey: Various myths feature heroes who embark on epic quests.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DB7ZTRP2
• ISBN13: 9798334123670
• Release Date: July 2024
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"