Folklore And Myth

By Lewis Spence

Book Overview

Folklore and Myth by Lewis Spence is a comprehensive exploration of the world's folklore and mythologies. The book delves into the origins and significance of various myths and legends from different cultures around the world, including Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Celtic, Norse, and Native American. The author provides detailed explanations of the different mythological figures and their roles in their respective cultures. He also examines the common themes and motifs that are found in many different mythologies, such as creation stories, hero journeys, and the struggle between good and evil. In addition to the myths themselves, Spence also explores the ways in which they have been interpreted and adapted throughout history. He discusses the influence of mythology on literature, art, and popular culture, and how it has been used to convey important moral and philosophical concepts. Overall, Folklore and Myth is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the world's mythological traditions. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of folklore and mythology.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Introduction to Mythology, by Lewis Spence. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564596036.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425314201
• ISBN13: 9781425314200
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"