The Horse in Magic and Myth

By M. Oldfield Howey

Book Overview

The Horse in Magic and Myth by M. Oldfield Howey is a comprehensive exploration of the horse's role in human culture and mythology throughout history. The book delves into the horse's significance in various cultures, including ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt, as well as in Celtic, Norse, and Native American lore. Howey examines the horse's association with gods, goddesses, and heroes, as well as its role in rituals, folklore, and legends. The book also covers the horse's importance in literature, art, and popular culture, including its depiction in fairy tales, fables, and films. With over 100 illustrations, The Horse in Magic and Myth is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and mythology of the horse.1923. Fairy horses; Angel horses; Ghostly horses; Demon horse, mare and others; Demon horses, wild huntsman; Headless phantom horse; Saxon horse; Trojan horse; Horses: hobby, hooden, bridal, horseshoe, corn, sun, moon, wind, sea, night, horse in charm and incantation, prophetic, symbolic; Witches, fairies, and horses; Gods and patron saints of horses; Sacrificial; Sacred horses; Funeral horse; Horse and metempsychosis; Horse in creation of myths; Lucky and unlucky coloration; Centaurs, hyppogryphs and unicorns.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1169747531
• ISBN13: 9781169747531
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 1.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.5" x 11.0"

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From Pegasus to the four horses of the Apocalypse

From Pegasus to the four horses of the Apocalypse, the horse figure derived from classic mythology, the Bible, folklore and literature is covered in The Horse In Magic And Myth with a series of informed chapters that focus on equine legends and myths.