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245 1 0 _aHeathen mythology, Illustrated by extracts from the most celebrated writers, both ancient and modern
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2010-10-30
508 _aProduced by David Edwards, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Heathen Mythology: Illustrated by extracts from the most celebrated writers, both ancient and modern, on the gods of Greece, Rome, India, Scandinavia, etc." is an illustrated historical account likely written in the 19th century. This work delves into the rich tapestry of ancient myths surrounding various deities, utilizing excerpts from celebrated authors to provide context and depth. The text aims to engage readers with the enchanting narratives and characters of mythology, touching on the beliefs that influenced ancient civilizations. The opening of the book establishes a philosophical preface, reflecting on the integral role of mythology in ancient cultures. It discusses how early societies assigned deities to natural phenomena and crafted intricate stories featuring gods who influenced every aspect of life. The texts draw on various mythological themes, portraying a blend of reverence and poetic imagination, which led individuals to find beauty and spirituality in their understanding of the divine. By emphasizing the personifications of nature, the book invites readers to appreciate how these mythical tales shaped the moral and existential inquiries of their time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLegends
653 _aMythology
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34170
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