The Myths and Fables of To-Day by Samuel Adams Drake

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Author Drake, Samuel Adams, 1833-1905
Illustrator Merrill, Frank T., 1848-1923
Title The Myths and Fables of To-Day
Alternate Title The Myths and Fables of Today
Note Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents A reckoning with time -- The folk-lore of childhood -- Weather lore -- Signs of all sorts -- Charms to good luck -- Charms against disease -- Of fate in jewels -- Of love and marriage -- Of evil omens -- Of haunted houses, persons, and places -- Of presentiments -- The divining-rod -- Wonders of the physical universe -- "ships that pass in the night" -- Fortune-telling, astrology, and palmistry.
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Summary "The Myths and Fables of To-Day" by Samuel Adams Drake is a historical collection focused on contemporary superstitions and their origins, written in the late 19th century. The book explores the persistence and influence of mythology and superstition in modern life, examining cultural practices and beliefs that have been passed down through generations. The opening portion sets the stage for a compelling analysis of how deeply ingrained superstitions continue to shape human behavior and consciousness. At the start of the text, Drake engages readers with a discussion of superstition as a constant presence in human history, arguing that it remains influential even in an enlightened age. He challenges the notion that superstition is solely a relic of the past, illustrating its continued relevance through examples from folklore, childhood stories, and rituals. By invoking significant cultural references, he highlights how common practices, like the celebration of Christmas and the telling of nursery tales, provide insight into the enduring nature of myth and the human penchant for the supernatural. This opening establishes a thought-provoking premise, inviting readers to reconsider the myths that persist in their own lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis
Subject Folklore
Subject Superstition
Category Text
EBook-No. 44177
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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