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Mythology & Folklore: These Books Most Captivated Me
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items For a long time I have adored reading stories from both mythology and folklore: whether its famous Greek heroes like Heracles or Theseus, or intriguing folkloric beings like fairies, giants, werewolves, and wizards, I have always found myself complet...
This audible collection was hugely informative. It includes a massive selection of world mythology; I particularly enjoyed reading the Chinese myths.
Mythology Mega Collection: Scott Lewis
This book is fantastic; it includes a great variety of Greek Myths, and Robert tells each of the stories in remarkable detail.
The Greek Myths: Robert Graves
A mythology classic that does not disappoint. Here, Campbell wonderfully highlights the ubiquity of the hero myth.
The Hero with a Thousand Faces: Joseph Campbell
I really like the unification of mythology, religion, and modern space exploration that Campbell discusses in this book.
The Inner Reaches of Outer Space: Joseph Campbell
The King and the Corpse was my first introduction to both Arthurian & Hindu mythology. The stories in this book are beautifully written, which makes for some easy reading.
The King and the Corpse: Heinrich Zimmer (Ed. Joseph Campbell)
I really loved the chronological style of this book: Armstrong follows the history of myth from the Palaeolithic period all the way to the present day.
A Short History Of Myth: Karen Armstrong
A wonderful, must-have collection of classic tales. When I first bought this book, I was amazed to see that it contains over 200 fairy tales!
Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales: The Brothers Grimm
A beautiful hardcover edition of the Arabian nights. I love these classic Middle Eastern stories, particularly Aladdin and the wonderful lamp.
The Arabian Nights: Sir Richard Burton
A charming vintage book that includes so many of the classic tales; it was a real treat to read.
The Collins Book of Fairy Tales
This is a beautiful exploration of Aboriginal dreamtime; it explains in great detail the fascinating beliefs of the Australian Aboriginal tribes.
Journey Into Dreamtime: Munya Andrews
These ancient Australian stories are fun and fascinating. A favourite of mine is the butterflies and the mystery of death, which playfully explores some different ideas about what happens after we die.
Stories from the Billabong: James Vance Marshall & Francis Firebrance
A lovely pocket-sized book exploring a variety of the legends and folklore of Wales. I lived in Wales for university, and so I relished learning about the local folklore in this book.
Legends and Folklore of Wales: Richard Holland
This was a special read for me, having been born and raised in Cheshire. It nicely discusses the legends, ghosts, and traditions of this historic county.
Legends and Traditions of Cheshire: Frederick Woods
This is a sequel to the previous book. It includes more legendary tales set in Cheshire, as well as many of the county's old sayings and proverbs. A lovely little read.
Further Legends and Traditions of Cheshire: Frederick Woods