Myths For Children

A SELECTION OF THE CLASSIC MYTHS OF ALL TIMES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

Myths are distinctly different from folklore or fairy tales that by definition are fascinating, symbolic and colorful narratives of distant past that concern with the origin and nature of the universe. Myths are often believed as true connected to traditional beliefs and rituals responsible for social action and values. The narratives of myth are usually sacred consisting of heroes and heroic acts, God and Goddesses, Human and in-human characters, of mighty warriors, great victories and defeats, monsters and creatures.

Myths are all around us, has been existed in every society from the beginning of time, seem to be a basic component of the cultures all around the globe. It is difficult to generalize about the nature of myths because of the great complexity of myths. Be that as it may, plainly in their general attributes and in their subtle elements a people's myths reflect, express, and investigate the people’s self-image. The study of myth is thus of central importance in the study both of individual societies and of human culture as a whole.

In this collection, some of the best stories from Greek and Norse myths are selected and adopted specially for young people.