In an era of rapid industrialization and abandonment of old traditions, one man preserved Japanese folk stories.
How were the centaurs born? Did they have families? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this article about the centaurs of Greek Mythology.
Ancient mythologies harbored malevolent underworld gods like Lamashtu and Apophis who targeted infants, consumed human souls, and caused chaos.
When Perseus severed the Gorgon Medusa’s neck, the winged horse Pegasus was born from her blood.
After meeting the brutal Laestrygonians, Odysseus’ fleet is destroyed, and most of his men will never return home.
A common legend in Celtic folklore, the banshee is a frightening spirit whose wailing signifies death.
A mythical place of mystery, the Celtic Otherworld is full of godlike beings, supernatural beauty, and hidden dangers.
Despite being only a few lines long, Odysseus’ episode with the Lotus Eaters is one of the most poignant parts of Homer’s Odyssey.
