[She seems far too pleased with herself when Bellamy joins her and she takes a step back, pointing up at a book that's partially sticking out of the shelf. It's definitely old, spine cracking and blue coloring starting to fade but clearly labeled "The Elements of Creation."]

That one sounds like it might have what I'm looking for. I don't know a ton about mythology in most other worlds, but it looks basic enough to answer a few questions.