A Short History Of Myth (myths Series) Apr 2026

: Deepened the traditions laid out by the Axial Age.

: Shifted focus to the earth, fertility, mother goddesses, and the cycle of death and rebirth. A Short History of Myth (Myths series)

The book provides an insightful overview of how human mythology has evolved from the Palaeolithic period to the modern day. 🔑 Core Thesis : Deepened the traditions laid out by the Axial Age

: In discarding mythology for pure logos (rational, scientific thought), modern society has lost a vital tool for dealing with human suffering, leading to a spiritual void. ⏳ The Seven Epochs of Myth A Short History of Myth (Myths series)

A Short History of Myth (Myths series) (The Myths Series) eBook

is a non-fiction book by religious scholar Karen Armstrong . Published in 2005, it serves as the introductory volume to the ambitious Canongate Myth Series .