"Myth, Ritual and Religion" in 2 volumes is one of the best-known works by a Scottish author Andrew Lang first published in 1887, in which he explained the "irrational" elements of mythology as survivals from more primitive forms. Volume 1: Systems of Mythology New System Proposed The Mental Condition of Savages - Confusion With Nature - Totemism The Mental Condition of Savages - Magic - Metamorphosis - Metaphysic - Psychology Nature Myths Non-aryan Myths of the Origin of the World and of Man Indo-aryan Myths - Sources of Evidence Indian Myths of the Origin of the World and of Man Greek Myths...

In 'The Iliad & The Odyssey', a carefully curated collection featuring interpretations from Andrew Lang and the original epic poetry by Homer, the convergence of ancient epics with the lens of a modern Victorian translator invites readers into a richly woven tapestry of heroic narratives and timeless human struggles. The overarching themes of honor, wrath, and the divine interplay between gods and humans are explored through diverse literary styles, capturing both the grandeur of oral tradition and the analytical precision of 19th-century scholarship. This volume stands out as a critical...

This is a technical book that promotes the teachings and beliefs of totemism. This book discusses the various point of view of different scholars -Mr. Goldenweizer, Dr. Boas, Mr. Frazer, and others describe the origin, features of totemism, forms of totemism, and its divergence. It contains detailed engravings that describe a salient feature in the totemic life of some communities.

The book contains 32 fairy stories collected from all over the world. In his preface the author notes that those stories which have been retold by his wife, Diana, are not as they were told by 'those outlandish natives' but have been changed 'in the hope white people will like them, skipping the pieces which they will not like. '

Andrew Lang FBA (31 March 1844 - 20 July 1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, and contributor to the field of anthropology. He was regarded as one of the leading lights in the study of unexplained phenomena such as magic. In this book, he described the relationship which exists between superstition and religion, the theory of borrowed religions, the connection between magic and religion, and other exceptional subjects.

"Highways and Byways in the Border" is a fictional travel literature, written by Andrew Lang and John Lang. Andrew Gabriel Lang is a prolific Scots man of letters, a poet, a novelist, a literary critic, and a contributor to anthropology. In the book, the author gives a vivid illustration of some of the great memories, legends, ballads, and nature of the border.

In 'Myth, Ritual and Religion', Andrew Lang explores the interconnectedness of myth, ritual, and religion across different cultures and time periods. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of anthropology and folklore, Lang delves into the symbolic meanings behind various myths and rituals, shedding light on the universal themes that recur in different belief systems. His writing style is scholarly yet accessible, making the complex concepts easy to grasp for readers interested in comparative religion and cultural studies. By examining the similarities and differences in myth and ritual...