In 'Lords of Evil: The Worshipped and Cursed Deities in Ancient Peoples' Myths,' Walid Fikry delves into the enigmatic world of malevolent entities across various ancient civilizations. This compelling book meticulously uncovers the diverse roles these figures played, from being revered and appeased through dark rituals to being feared and banished as bringers of chaos and destruction. Fikry explores the complex duality of good and evil within mythologies, examining how 'evil' was perceived and integrated into the spiritual and cultural fabric of antiquity, offering fresh insights into humanity's relationship with its darkest deities.