Creation Myths from Around the World: 27 Stories from Ancient Beliefs to Science

By Iris Dawn

Creation Myths from Around the World: 27 Stories from Ancient Beliefs to Science

Across every culture, people have told stories of beginnings, explaining who we are, where we came from, and how life started.

This book gathers 27 stories from every continent, presenting ancient myths of creation alongside scientific accounts of the origins of the universe and life.

Inside you'll find:

Well-known myths: N wa repairing the sky (China), Sedna beneath the waves (Inuit), Ymir forming the world (Norse), and the Maya gods shaping humans from maize.

Sacred earth stories: Sky Woman on Turtle's back (Haudenosaunee), the Water Beetle diving for mud (Cherokee), and Atabey, Mother of Waters (Ta no).

Voices from Africa and Eurasia: Unkulunkulu rising from reeds (Zulu), Mbombo bringing forth the world from within himself (Kuba), and the White Wolf guiding her children (Turkic).

Science explained: the primordial soup of Deep Time, evolution, and the rise of humans.

Why You'll Love This Book:

All in one place: no need to search multiple sources; myths and science meet in one volume.

Bridges ancient belief and modern science: shows how humanity has always sought to explain life's beginnings.

Inspires and educates: ideal for readers, teachers, families, and anyone seeking global wisdom or creative sparks.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FRFBM45N
• ISBN13: 9798262864379
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"