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The Evolution of the Dragon

The Evolution of the Dragon

Smith, G. Elliot

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ISBN10: 1162624922
ISBN13: 9781162624921
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 294
Weight: 1.12
Height: 0.62 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Evolution of the Dragon by G. Elliot Smith is a comprehensive study of the dragon mythology and its evolution throughout history. The book explores the origins of dragon myths in various cultures, including ancient Egypt, China, Greece, and Europe. It also delves into the symbolism and significance of dragons in different contexts, such as in folklore, religion, and literature. The author examines the physical characteristics of dragons and their portrayal in art, including their winged and serpentine forms. He also explores the psychological and cultural meanings attached to dragons, such as their association with power, wisdom, and danger. The book analyzes the role of dragons in popular culture, including their depiction in films, video games, and other forms of media. Overall, The Evolution of the Dragon provides a fascinating and in-depth analysis of one of the most enduring and captivating mythological creatures in human history. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, folklore, or the history of human imagination.1919. The dragon myth did not really begin to develop until an aging king refused to be slain, and called upon the Great Mother, as the giver of life, to rejuvenate him. Her only elixir was human blood; and to obtain it she was compelled to make a human sacrifice. Her murderous act led to her being compared with and ultimately identified with a man-slaying lioness or cobra. The story of the slaying of the dragon is a much distorted rumor of this incident; and in the process of elaboration the incidents were subjected to every kind of interpretation and also confusion with the legendary account of the conflict between Horus and Set. Contents: incense and libations; dragons and rain gods; birth of Aphrodite. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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