A Short History Of Myth (myths Series) May 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)
Canongate Books launched this series to have contemporary writers rewrite ancient myths for a modern audience. Armstrong's book acted as the foundational guide to show why these stories still matter. Other famous contributions to the series include: by Margaret Atwood Weight by Jeanette Winterson The Helmet of Horror by Victor Pelevin : Deepened the traditions laid out by the Axial Age
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