The Moon As A Horse In Symbolic Mythology

By John Martin Woolsey

Book Overview

""The Moon As A Horse In Symbolic Mythology"" by John Martin Woolsey is a comprehensive study of the role of the moon in various mythologies around the world. The book explores the symbolism of the moon as a horse, which is a common motif in many cultures. Woolsey examines the origins of this symbolism and its significance in different mythologies, including those of ancient Greece, China, India, and Native American cultures.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the moon-horse motif. Woolsey begins by discussing the various ways in which the moon has been depicted as a horse in different cultures. He then explores the symbolic meanings of this motif, such as the idea of the moon as a guide or a protector.Throughout the book, Woolsey draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, folklore, and art. He also provides numerous examples of how the moon-horse motif has been used in literature, music, and other forms of artistic expression.Overall, ""The Moon As A Horse In Symbolic Mythology"" is a fascinating and informative exploration of a little-known aspect of mythology. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of symbolism, folklore, or comparative mythology.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Symbolic Mythology and Translation of a Lost and Forgotten Language, by John Martin Woolsey. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594165.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: 116283109X
• ISBN13: 9781162831091
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"