The world is coming to an end Gather round and discover eight ancient tales of devastating destruction that will wipe out all life on Earth. Learn how Norse gods and giants will war until the universe is consumed by fire. Read a West African tale about a rainbow serpent who will let the earth fall into oblivion and much more. Experience the apocalypse firsthand as old doomsday myths from around the world come to life.Long ago people told stories to explain the world around them. Though separated by great distances diverse cultures often explored common themes in their myths - from how life began and how it will end to terrible floods and warring gods. With the exciting graphic retellings of Universal Myths discover for yourself the unique differences and stunning similarities between ancient tales from around the world.