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Book Review of Bulfinch's Mythology (Laurel Classic)

Bulfinch's Mythology (Laurel Classic)
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The author taught at Harvard in the mid 1800's. This book is the complete collection of his research on mythology. He believed that all good stories (novels) have their roots in myths and legends. This classic is a 'must read' for all serious writers and readers.

Some of the reviewed legends;
The gods and goddesses of Greece and Rome.
The legend of Charlemagne.
The lengend of chivalry.
King Arthur and his court.
Launcelot and Guenever.

Thomas Bulfinch wrote "Without a Knowledge of mythology, much of the elegant literature of our own language cannot be understood and appreciated" And I agree!