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Legendary Creatures

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English
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Non-Fiction

"Legendary Creatures" presents a groundbreaking exploration of mythological beings across cultures, examining how these fantastic entities have shaped human societies throughout history. The book uniquely organizes mythical creatures based on their social functions rather than geographic origins, offering fresh insights into how different civilizations used similar beings to address universal human concerns and experiences.

Through three comprehensive sections, the work examines how creatures like the Chinese phoenix and Native American thunderbird established cosmic order in creation myths, while beings such as European werewolves and Japanese yokai served as powerful tools for enforcing social norms. The analysis draws from an impressive range of sources, including archaeological evidence, ancient texts, and oral traditions, while incorporating modern cognitive science to explain the recurring patterns of creature archetypes across different cultures.

What sets this scholarly work apart is its balanced approach to indigenous mythologies and Western traditions, examining each within its original cultural context. The book demonstrates how mythical creatures weren't mere flights of fancy but sophisticated cultural tools that helped societies understand natural phenomena, establish moral frameworks, and maintain social order. By connecting ancient mythology to contemporary influences in literature, art, and popular culture, the work reveals how these legendary beings continue to resonate in modern society, making it valuable for both academic researchers and general readers interested in mythology and comparative religion.

© 2025 Publifye (Ebook): 9788233980863

Translators: AI

Release date

Ebook: 31 January 2025

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