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A visually rich and narratively bold exploration of sacred feminine power, retold through the journey of a curious modern-day seeker. From the series that brought
Witchcraft: A Graphic History and
Tarot: A Graphic History, comes
Goddesses: A Graphic History. This latest volume reclaims goddess traditions from around the world, blending mythology, ritual, and feminist history.
With a
foreword by poet and author Nikita Gill – who also makes a guest appearance in illustrated form as one of the novel’s characters – this graphic history guides readers on a transformative journey led by the mysterious figure of Lilith. Travelling across time and place, readers encounter powerful deities and rediscover long-lost rituals and symbols – from Celtic England to ancient Egypt and beyond – revealing how goddess figures continue to shape our understanding of power and identity.
Across its chapters, readers will explore:
- Sacred stories retold: timeless myths reinterpreted through a modern feminist lens.
- A global journey: deities, rituals, and symbols from cultures across the world.
- Seasonal cycles: each leg of Lilith’s journey tied to a season, representing growth, change, and transformation.
- Empowering themes: of matriarchy, self-love, and female friendship.
- Visual storytelling: striking artwork and lyrical narration that bring myth and meaning to life, from the same artist behind Witchcraft: A Graphic History.
As with the previous books in the series,
Goddesses:
A Graphic History combines meticulous research with artistic flair, offering readers a fresh and inclusive way to engage with ancient traditions.
This is a book to inspire curiosity, reflection and reverence for the sacred feminine – perfect for display on any altar, coffee table, or collector’s shelf.
List of contents
Foreword by
Nikita GillThrough the Eyes of the Goddess
Prologue: Fall
Goddesses: Great Goddess/Great Mother
Chapter One: Winter
Countries: UK, Germany, Norway, Estonia
Goddesses: Brigid, Freyja
Chapter Two: Spring
Countries: Greece
Goddesses: Minoan Snake Goddess/Potnia Theron, Hecate, Artemis, Demeter, Persephone
Chapter Three: Summer
Countries: Turkey, Egypt
Goddesses: Cybele, Ale, Nüwa, Coatlicue, Kunapipi, Hathor/Sekhmet
Chapter Four: Fall
Countries: Spain, Italy
Andre Mari, Menrva
About the Author and Illustrator
About the author
Lisa Salsi is an illustrator and comic artist based in Modena, Italy. After studying at the Academy of Fine Arts in Bologna, she collaborated on several editorial projects, including the graphic novel
Witchcraft: A Graphic History about the famous Irish witch Biddy Early, published by Leaping Hare Press. Her work is marked by a deep psychological exploration of female characters and an attentiveness to feminist themes. She has collaborated with various publishers, such as Bugs Comics and Fordis. Currently, she continues to develop personal projects and works on editorial commissions.
Nikita Gillis a poet, playwright, writer and illustrator based in south England. She has written and curated eight volumes of poetry, including
Hekate (2025) and
The Girl and the Goddess (2020). She is also one of the most followed poets on Instagram with over 830K followers @nikita_gill.
Summary
Goddesses: A Graphic History is a bold and immersive graphic novel that reimagines goddess traditions through the eyes of a contemporary seeker. Guided by the mysterious Lilith, readers travel through sacred stories and rituals across cultures, from Celtic England to ancient Egypt.
