This series is the most exhaustive compendium of German and Norse mythology and a milestone in the study of comparative mythology and religion. Volume II of the four-volume set includes: Wights and Elves, Giants, Creation, Trees and Animals, Sky and Stars, Day and Night, Summer and Winter, Time and World, Souls, Death, more.
Here's a sample of other books in this Dover category
Legends of Ancient Egypt by M. A. Murray 11 carefully chosen stories provide a revealing glimpse into the lives and culture of the ancient Egyptians. Intended for a general reading public as well as serious students of Egyptology.
The Forest in Folklore and Mythology by Alexander Porteous Fascinating compendium of facts, folklore, superstitions, myths, and anecdotes about trees and the forest. Forest customs, sacred groves, mythical forest creatures, tree worship, much more.
The Secret Commonwealth of Elves, Fauns and Fairies by Robert Kirk, Andrew Lang A 17th-century Scottish minister roamed the Highlands, talking to country folk about their encounters with supernatural creatures. This remarkable work offers rare glimpses into their world of everyday enchantment.
Jamaican Song and Story: Annancy Stories, Digging Sings, Ring Tunes, and Dancing Tunes by Walter Jekyll, Philip Sherlock, Louise Bennett, Rex Nettleford, Alice Werner This collection of authentic stories about Annancy, the trickster spider and Jamaican folk hero, features the best-known, most-loved tales, plus work songs and dance tunes. An invaluable treasure of Jamaican culture.
The Autobiography of a Kiowa Apache Indian by Charles S. Brant Ethnological classic details life of 19th-century Native American — childhood, tribal customs, contact with whites, government attitudes toward tribe, much more. Editor's preface, introduction and epilogue. Index. 1 map.
