The Critical Survey of Mythology and Folklore series offers analytical articles and plot summaries of the major myths, fairy tales, and other traditional litera

Many mythological traditions from around the world seek to explain the origins of the earth, human beings, and the forces of nature. This set examines the stori

This set examines the stories associated with gods and goddesses: their relationships with each other and with human beings; their faults, foibles, strengths, a

Explores myths, folktales, legends, and other traditional literature featuring heroes.