Who is the ancient Greek Moon goddess who rides her chariot across the sky, pulling the Moon behind her?
Have you ever looked for the man in the moon?
Read all about moon myths and folklore in this fascinating book which features tales from across the globe.
A wonderful combination of fact and fiction, it’s worth taking your time to appreciate the sheer amount and variety of information provided.
Chasing the Moon is divided according to the phases of the moon; the new moon, waxing, full and waning with a section on each and then there is the inclusion of a section on Moon Power focussing on crystals and gems, lunar magic and the lunar gardener.
Learn about the Chinese zodiac, the tropical zodiac, the tracking of the seasons, rings around the moon and how the flora and fauna on earth are affected by the moon.
The book ends with a handy glossary and index.
Anna Stead’s eye-catching illustrations fill each page ranging from the dark of the curse of the werewolf to those of the Ancient Greek Moon goddess Selene ‘bathing us in her soft, silvery light’.
This intriguing book would make a super gift for both fiction and non-fiction fans alike.
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