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Myths and Myth-makers - Old Tales and Supers
Year: 1872
Language: English
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In this book John Fiske used his considerable intellect and vast knowledege of philosophy, history and anthropology to write a comparative study of various world religions and myths. The book contains: The Origins of Folk-Lore; Descent of Fire; Werewolves and Swan-Maidens; Light and Darkness; Myths of the Barbaric World; Juventus Mundi; and The Primeval Ghost-World.
Author's Biography
John Fiske (1842 – 1901) was an American philosopher and historian. He lectured at Harvard, Washington University and University College London, and Charles Darwin was said to have thought Fiske one of the most lucid and clear writers of his time.