The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion (Third Edition, Vol. 06 of 12)

by James George Frazer

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"The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion (Third Edition, Vol. 06 of 12)" by Sir James George Frazer is a comparative study published between 1906-1915. This monumental work explores the common threads binding mythology and religion across cultures, examining fertility rites, human sacrifice, dying gods, and scapegoats.

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Topics: Magic · Mythology · Religion · Superstition