European mythology
by Jacqueline Simpson
Part of Library of the world's myths and legends
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How do the distinct cultural landscapes and climates of the different regions covered—such as the sun-drenched Mediterranean of Greece versus the dark, freezing forests of Scandinavia—shape the supernatural beliefs and fears of their people?
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Simpson explores myth not just as entertainment, but as a window into the "thought patterns" of past societies; what do these ancient stories reveal about how our ancestors attempted to make sense of the uncontrollable forces of nature?
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In what ways did reading about the folklore of Britain, France, Germany, Russia, and Scandinavia challenge or reinforce your previous understanding of what constitutes "European mythology"?
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