The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion (Third Edition, Vol. 04 of 12)
"The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion (Third Edition, Vol. 04 of 12)" by Sir James George Frazer is a comparative study published between 1906-1915. This monumental work explores mythology and religion across cultures, examining fertility rites, human sacrifice, dying gods, and sacred kings. Frazer argues that humanity progressed from magical thinking through religious belief to scientific thought, tracing these patterns through ancient rituals and seasonal cycles. His controversial thesis
compares religious traditions worldwide, including Christianity, sparking debate that continues to influence literature and thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Frazer, James George, 1854-1941 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion (Third Edition, Vol. 04 of 12) |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Golden_Bough |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Religion |
| Subject | Magic |
| Subject | Superstition |
| Subject | Mythology |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41572 |
| Release Date | Dec 6, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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