A guide to the myths, goddesses, gods and heroines that make up our mythological heritage. Each section outlines the mythological system of a culture, naming the major figures and their relation to one another. The meanings of these stories from women's point of view is explored.

A guide to the myths, goddesses, gods and heroines that make up our mythological heritage. Organized by culture, each section outlines the mythological system of the culture, naming the major figures and their relation to one another. Contributors narrate the major myths involving women and explore the meanings of these stories from women's point of view. This work was previously published under the title "The Feminist Companion to Mythology".