Length34h 28m
About this audiobook
In "Bulfinch's Mythology," Thomas Bulfinch compiles and retells a vast array of classical myths, weaving together Greek, Roman, and Norse narratives into a coherent and accessible tapestry. His literary style is characterized by clarity, eloquence, and a didactic tone, making ancient stories palatable for contemporary readers of the 19th century. The work serves not only as a literary anthology but also as an educational resource, providing contextual backgrounds to myths that reflect the cultural zeitgeist of Bulfinch's time, as well as their enduring significance in shaping Western literature and thought. Thomas Bulfinch, a scholar and Bostonian with a deep interest in literature and history, was motivated by a desire to illuminate the rich mythological traditions for a public that was often unaware of their roots. His background as an editor and his love for classical literature permeate his writing. Bulfinch's academic pursuits and cultural context in a rapidly industrializing America inspired him to create a work that bridges ancient wisdom and modern sensibilities, aiming to inspire curiosity and appreciation for mythology. I highly recommend "Bulfinch's Mythology" to readers seeking a comprehensive introduction to mythological narratives and their implications. This work is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the foundational stories that continue to influence literature and culture today.
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GenreHistory
Length34 hrs 28 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1AUTHOR'S PREFACE
47CHAPTER III
2HERO MYTHS OF THE BRITISH RACE
48CHAPTER IV
3STORIES OF GODS AND HEROES
49CHAPTER V
4CHAPTER II
50CHAPTER VI
5CHAPTER III
51CHAPTER VII
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6CHAPTER IV
52CHAPTER VIII
7CHAPTER V
53CHAPTER IX
8CHAPTER VI
54CHAPTER X
9CHAPTER VII
55CHAPTER XI
10CHAPTER VIII
56CHAPTER XII
11CHAPTER IX
57CHAPTER XIII
12CHAPTER X
58CHAPTER XIV
13CHAPTER XI
59CHAPTER XV
14CHAPTER XII
60CHAPTER XVI
15CHAPTER XIII
61CHAPTER XVII
16CHAPTER XIV
62CHAPTER XVIII
17CHAPTER XV
63CHAPTER XIX
18CHAPTER XVI
64CHAPTER XX
19CHAPTER XVII
65CHAPTER XXI
20CHAPTER XVIII
66CHAPTER XXII
21CHAPTER XIX
67CHAPTER XXIII
22CHAPTER XX
68THE MABINOGEON
23CHAPTER XXI
69INTRODUCTORY NOTE
24CHAPTER XXIX.
70CHAPTER I
25CHAPTER XXII
71CHAPTER II
26CHAPTER XXIII
72CHAPTER III
27CHAPTER XXIV
73CHAPTER IV
28CHAPTER XXV
74CHAPTER V
29CHAPTER XXVI
75CHAPTER VI
30CHAPTER XXVII
76CHAPTER VII
31CHAPTER XXVIII
77CHAPTER VIII
32CHAPTER XXIX
78CHAPTER IX
33CHAPTER XXX
79CHAPTER X
34CHAPTER XXXI
80CHAPTER XI
35CHAPTER XXXII
81CHAPTER XII
36CHAPTER XXXIII
82CHAPTER XIII
37CHAPTER XXXIV
83HERO MYTHS OF THE BRITISH RACE
38CHAPTER XXXV
84BEOWULF
39CHAPTER XXXVI
85CUCHULAIN, CHAMPION OF IRELAND
40CHAPTER XXXVII
86HEREWARD THE WAKE
41CHAPTER XXXVIII
87ROBIN HOOD
42CHAPTER XXXIX
88LEGENDS OF CHARLEMAGNE
43CHAPTER XL
89INTRODUCTION (pt. 1)
44CHAPTER XLI
90INTRODUCTION (pt. 2)
45KING ARTHUR AND HIS KNIGHTS
91INTRODUCTION (pt. 3)
46CHAPTER II
92INTRODUCTION (pt. 4)
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