Myths and Dreams

Myths and Dreams is a book written by Edward Clodd that explores the relationship between myths and dreams. The book delves into the origins of myths and how they are shaped by dreams and the human imagination. Clodd examines various mythologies from different cultures and time periods, including Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and Native American myths. He also discusses the psychological significance of myths and how they can provide insight into the human psyche. The book is a fascinating exploration of the power of myths and dreams in shaping human beliefs and understanding of the world around us. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, psychology, and the human experience.1891. The object of this book is to present in compendious form the evidence which myths and dreams supply as to primitive man's interpretation of his own nature and of the external world, and more especially to indicate how such evidence carries within itself the history of the origin and growth of beliefs in the supernatural. The Contents fall into two parts, Part I is titled Myth: Its Birth and Growth; Part II deals with Dreams: Their Place in the Growth of Beliefs in the Supernatural. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.