The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion (Third Edition, Vol. 12 of 12)

"The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion" by James George Frazer is a detailed look into the world of old beliefs, magic, and different religions from around the world. This book looks at how many different cultures have interesting connections through their religions and ancient practices. The beginning of the book talks about why the author put together a list of sources and an index. These tools help readers who want to learn more about the topics in the book. Frazer also thanks the people who helped him put together this big collection of information. This introduction gets readers ready for a close look at mythology and religious practices covered in the rest of the book.