1000 Mythological Characters Briefly Described (eBook, ePUB) - Sylvester Ellis, Edward
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To the Greeks and Romans, there was a time more remote than history gives us any account of, when there was neither land nor water, and when the earth and all things within and upon it were "without form and void." Over that misty, nebulous mixing and mingling brooded the god Chaos, who shared his throne with Nox, the goddess of night. From this union the innumerable myths gradually sprang up and developed, which in their own imaginative though often grotesque way explained the various phases of creation. These finally became crystallized into a literature, or mythology, which has since been…mehr

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To the Greeks and Romans, there was a time more remote than history gives us any account of, when there was neither land nor water, and when the earth and all things within and upon it were "without form and void." Over that misty, nebulous mixing and mingling brooded the god Chaos, who shared his throne with Nox, the goddess of night. From this union the innumerable myths gradually sprang up and developed, which in their own imaginative though often grotesque way explained the various phases of creation. These finally became crystallized into a literature, or mythology, which has since been the inspiration alike of romancers and poets. The most learned of mythologists differ in their analysis of the multitude of myths that have descended to us.
Autorenporträt
Edward Sylvester Ellis (1840-1916) was a prolific American author who played a significant role in shaping early American youth literature through his wide-ranging output of works which includes adventure stories, historical narratives, and reference works like '1000 Mythological Characters Briefly Described'. Ellis is best remembered for his dime novels that primarily targeted a younger audience, fascinated by tales of the Old West and frontier life, effectively contributing to the romanticizing of American history and the characterization of societal ideals in the 19th century (Robinson, 1939). His books employed a vigorous storytelling style, interspersed with educational material that endeared him to both children and adults alike. While critics often debate the literary merits of his works, Ellis's proficiency and impact in popular literature are incontestable. His ability to weave complex narratives instilled with moral lessons has been acknowledged as a cornerstone of his success (Smith, 1955). Through '1000 Mythological Characters Briefly Described', Ellis demonstrated his scholarly inclination by cataloging an extensive list of mythical figures, making such information accessible to the general reading public. His commitment to producing both entertaining and edifying content remains a testament to his dedication to American literature (Brown, 1971).