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The Big Myth view detail comment email this

This material, "designed for use in European primary school classrooms. ... is a sociology textbook for the comparative study of world creation mythology. The myths are told using Flash animation and are accompanied by an overview of the culture, [and] the pantheon of the gods." The site provides myths from nine world cultures. (Information for 16 additional cultures is available for a fee.) Also includes myths submitted by children. In English and Dutch.
http://www.mythicjourneys.org/bigmyth/2_eng_myths.htm
Topics: Literature & Books, Religion, Social Issues
Last updated May 10, 2005


Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase and Fable view detail comment email this

As any reference librarian knows, Brewer is the first place to look for the meaning and origin of phrase and fable. And although this edition is taken from the 1898 edition of the book, many of the phrases and fables we encounter today will appear in this classic source. The text is browsable or easily searched by keywords. The site is brought to the Web by Bartleby.com, a source for many titles of classic literature.
http://www.bartleby.com/81/
Topics: Dictionaries, English Language, Language, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Religion
Last updated Aug 19, 2003


Classical Myth: The Ancient Sources view detail comment email this

Links to "ancient texts and images available on the Web concerning the major figures of Greek and Roman mythology." Most of the illustrations are from ancient sources, but some Renaissance images are included. A list of Attributes in Iconography shows how the gods can be identified. Time Line of Greek History and Literature gives a brief overview of Greek history and dating conventions.
http://web.uvic.ca/grs/bowman/myth/
Topics: Literary Movements and Periods, Literature & Books, Religion
Last updated Jan 9, 2001


Classics Unveiled view detail comment email this

This site consists of four sections with information culled from books on classical Greece and Rome. "MythNET" provides information about Greek gods and heroes and includes genealogical tables. "Rome Unleashed" provides information about Roman history and includes timelines and tables of rulers. "Rome Exposed" includes information about Roman life such as slavery, attire, and cuisine. "Latin Wordstock" features a Latin to English dictionary and a list of English derivatives from Latin. Searchable.
http://www.classicsunveiled.com/
Topics: History By Place, Languages, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature & Books, Religion
Last updated Dec 30, 2003


Encyclopedia Mythica view detail comment email this

"An online encyclopedia on mythology, folklore, and legends." Entries cover "gods and goddesses, heroes, legendary creatures and beings from all over the world" and many include illustrations, pronunciation keys, and genealogical information. Features annotated links to related resources.
http://www.pantheon.org/mythica.html
Topics: Literature & Books, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Religion
Last updated Jul 29, 2005


Endicott Studio view detail comment email this

"Dedicated to literary, visual, performance, and environmental arts rooted in myth, folklore, fairy tales, and the traditional stories of people the world over." Find back issues of The Journal of Mythic Arts (ceased in 2008). Subjects include articles on women, lore in different countries, symbolism in fairy tales, gypsies, rites-of-passage, magic, etc. Endicott Scuttlebutt also includes book recommendations and reviews, interviews and events, and links to other mythic sites.
http://www.endicott-studio.com/
Topics: Arts and Humanities, Arts and Humanities, Literature & Books, Magazines, Religion
Last updated Aug 10, 2009


Folklore and Mythology: Electronic Texts view detail comment email this

An extensive collection of tales from around the world, many edited or translated by D. L. Ashliman, a professor of Germanic Languages and Literature. The alphabetical listing is by author, country of origin, and categories (such as frog kings and princes, human sacrifice, multiple birth, nightmares, werewolf and witchcraft legends, and Aarne-Thompson categories). Includes stories from Aesop, Bulfinch, Boccaccio, Chaucer, Grimm Brothers, Andrew Lang, Longfellow, the Volsunga Saga , and more.
http://www.pitt.edu/~dash/folktexts.html
Topics: Literature & Books, Religion
Last updated Jun 9, 2002


Godchecker: Your Guide to the Gods view detail comment email this

This site takes a lighthearted view of gods and mythological figures from around the world. It attempts "to cover all Gods of mythology, literature and legend" as well as pagan figures. Information on over 3,500 deities is browsable by pantheon/culture or searchable. From a group of religion and mythology enthusiasts.
http://www.godchecker.com/
Topics: Faiths, Literature & Books, Religion
Last updated May 22, 2007


Greek Mythology Link view detail comment email this

Comprehensive guide to myths of Greece, containing sections on major events in Greek mythology; individual entries for divine, mortal, and semi-divine characters; genealogical tables; maps; a bibliography of ancient and modern sources; and an extensive set of links to sites of Classical interest. The content for this site is mainly based on the book Genealogical Guide to Greek mythology by Carlos Parada, published in 1993.
http://homepage.mac.com/cparada/GML/
Topics: Literature & Books, Religion
Last updated Feb 18, 2002


Hercules: Greece's Greatest Hero view detail comment email this

An easy to understand site that tells the stories of the Greek mythological hero Hercules. The tales include Hercules' 12 labors, his triumph over the giants, and the influential women who took part in his feats. Excellent photographs of museum pieces depicting the life of Hercules and pictures of geographical locations highlight the text. This site is part of Tuft University's Perseus Project.
http://www.perseus.tufts.edu/Herakles/index.html
Topics: Literature & Books, Photograph Collections, Religion
Last updated Jul 29, 2009


In Search of Myths & Heroes view detail comment email this

Companion website to a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) program that "goes in search of four of the world's most famous myths": the Queen of Sheba, Shangri-La, King Arthur, and Jason and the Argonauts. Features general information about myths, essays on the specific myths discussed in the program, information about the archetypes ("universal symbolic patterns") found in the stories, video clips, and lesson plans.
http://www.pbs.org/mythsandheroes/
Topics: Literature & Books
Last updated Nov 15, 2005


Indian Why Stories view detail comment email this

Twenty-two stories, transcribed by Frank B. Linderman in his 1915 book of the same title. Titles include "Why the Chipmunk's Back Is Striped" and "How the Man Found His Mate." Include images of the original illustrations by Charles M. Russell. From the Electronic Text Center at the University of Virginia Library.
http://etext.lib.virginia.edu/toc/modeng/public/LinIndi.html
Topics: Literature & Books, Native Americans, Religion
Last updated May 22, 2007


Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns and Mermaids view detail comment email this

Companion website to a 2008 exhibit that examines "the legend and the science behind some of the most fascinating creatures ever invented. ... [by displaying] preserved specimens, cultural artifacts and works of art." View exhibit highlights related to water (sea monsters and mermaids), land (griffin bones and unicorns), air (Pegasus and other creatures from Greek myths), and dragons from around the world. From the Field Museum.
http://www.fieldmuseum.org/mythiccreatures/
Topics: Religion
Last updated Jun 5, 2008


Mythical Plants of the Middle Ages view detail comment email this

Illustrations and information on spices, the Apple of Sodom, trees of knowledge and life, and Barnacle, Bohun Upas (the Tree of Poisons), Amber, and Zieba trees. Includes bibliography.
http://www.godecookery.com/mythical/mythical.htm
Topics: Literature & Books, Religion
Last updated Aug 18, 2003


Mythweb view detail comment email this

This "guaranteed kidsafe" site is appropriate for students and teachers with an interest in Greek mythology. Appealing and colorful cartoons (some animated) depict the world of Greek gods and heroes. Also included is the "Illustrated Encyclopedia of Greek Mythology," which contains detailed definitions and cross references from the Latin names of the deities, and lesson plans. Searchable.
http://www.mythweb.com/
Topics: Lesson Plans, Literature & Books, Religion
Last updated Dec 30, 2003


Secrets of the Crocodile Caves view detail comment email this

This site is a companion to a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) NOVA program about the animals (such as lemurs, fossas, and Nile crocodiles) living in and around the caves within the Ankarana reserve on the northern tip of Madagascar. Features a slide show and panoramas of the landscape, legends of Madagascar, a description of crocodile species from around the world, and information about crocodile anatomy. Also includes a teacher's guide and links to related information.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/croccaves/
Topics: Literature & Books, Outdoor Recreation, Religion
Last updated Jan 19, 2004


Spirit of Trees view detail comment email this

"Originally conceived of as an educational resource for the DC Memorial Tree Groves Project, a Washington, DC-based national memorial to the victims of 9/11," this site has developed into an independent resource. It consists of a collection of folktales, poetry, and essays which have tree-related themes. Searchable by country, type of tree, or category (such as humorous stories, parables, myths, scary stories). Includes links to essays, curriculum materials, and organizations related to trees.
http://www.spiritoftrees.org/
Topics: Literature & Books, Plants, Poetry, Religion
Last updated Apr 6, 2004


Stories of the Dreaming view detail comment email this

Stories from Aboriginal Australia are told in text, audio, and video versions. The site contains about 20 stories which range in length from 2 minutes to just over 9 minutes in length. There is also a glossary of the indigenous words used in the stories. Technical details are included for those who need to download software to make full use of the site. This well-designed site is a collaboration between Australia's Cultural Network and the Australian Museum.
http://australianmuseum.net.au/Stories-of-the-Dreaming
Topics: Literature & Books, Regions of the World, Religion
Last updated Sep 22, 2009


Windows to the Universe view detail comment email this

This site answers your questions about the solar system, the universe, and the scientists who have discovered these worlds and you can choose answers at a beginning, intermediate, or advanced level. It also includes an excellent Myths section that covers the mythological history of the universe in many cultures. Art, Books & Films includes images of scientists and lists of space-related books, films, and poetry. The NASA-funded site provides a number of different ways to navigate its multimedia-heavy features.
http://www.windows.ucar.edu/
Topics: Astronomy, Literature & Books, Religion
Last updated May 4, 2005


Winged Sandals view detail comment email this

This site designed for children age 6 to 12 provides animated stories and games about "the characters of classical [Greek] mythology [who] occupy three realms: the gods live on Olympus, the mortals (and monsters) occupy the Earthly Realm and the dead live in the Underworld." Also includes craft instructions, searchable and browsable information about characters in the myths, brief essays on ancient Greece, and an interactive Delphic Oracle feature.
http://www.wingedsandals.com/
Topics: Literature & Books, Religion
Last updated Mar 31, 2004


World Myths and Legends in Art view detail comment email this

"This collection of images brings together 26 works of art in the collection of The Minneapolis Institute of Arts inspired by mythology around the world." The site provides an essay about what is myth, and information and images of art from various world cultures and for mythological themes, such as creation myths and hero myths. Also includes a glossary, bibliography, and materials for teachers.
http://www.artsmia.org/world-myths/
Topics: Literature & Books, Religion
Last updated Dec 15, 2004




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