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Title page Page from the book. Myths and Legends of Babylonia and Assyria is a book written by Lewis Spence, published in 1916.It comprises 15 chapters, covering the most important and interesting events and figures in the history of Babylonia and Assyria, and provides some historical background.
Irish mythology is the body of myths indigenous to the island of Ireland. It was originally passed down orally in the prehistoric era. In the early medieval era, some myths were transcribed by Christian monks, who heavily altered and Christianised the myths. Irish mythology is the best-preserved branch of Celtic mythology.
The British Council is a British organisation specialising in international cultural and educational opportunities. It works in over 100 countries: ...
This is a list of urban legends. An urban legend, myth, or tale is a modern genre of folklore. It often consists of fictional stories associated with the macabre, superstitions, ghosts, demons, cryptids, extraterrestrials, creepypasta, and other fear generating narrative elements. Urban legends are often rooted in local history and popular culture
Native American cultures are rich in myths and legends that explain natural phenomena and the relationship between humans and the spirit world. According to Barre Toelken, feathers, beadwork, dance steps and music, the events in a story, the shape of a dwelling, or items of traditional food can be viewed as icons of cultural meaning.
Pages in category "British legends" The following 10 pages are in this category, out of 10 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A. Angel of Hadley;
Sailors' superstitions are superstitions particular to sailors or mariners, and which traditionally have been common around the world. Some of these beliefs are popular superstitions, while others are better described as traditions, stories, folklore, tropes, myths, or legends.
Since its original release in 1914 and 2023, The Myths and Legends of the North American Indians was re-published more than a dozen times under slightly different names [11] and sometimes with new content, such as A Brief Guide to Native American Myths and Legends, which contains commentary and a new introductory essay by Jon E. Lewis, [12] or ...