A unique collection of myths and fairy tales illustrating the archetype of the Serpent Goddess from cultures throughout the world and throughout history. Goddess in the Grass examines the symbolic meaning of the Serpent Goddess, in terms of her association with fertility, prosperity, and renewal, and reveals her origins as the life-giving, death-dealing Great Goddess. Includes a dictionary of over 100 forms of the Serpent Goddess, from Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania. A wonderful supplement to any course in Mythology or Women's Studies, and a captivating read for anyone with an interest in the history of belief systems.