The Golden Bough

<p><i>The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion</i> by Sir James George Frazer is a monumental work of comparative anthropology. This is Volume 11 of the classic study. Frazer explores the connections between ancient myths rituals and religious practices across cultures seeking to uncover the origins of human belief systems. </p> <p>Beginning with the legend of the priest-king of Nemi Frazer delves into a vast array of topics including totemism taboo sympathetic magic and the worship of fertility deities. The Golden Bough is a cornerstone of anthropological thought influencing generations of scholars and continuing to fascinate readers with its sweeping scope and profound insights into the human condition. This volume like the others in the series offers a wealth of information and remains essential reading for anyone interested in the history of religion folklore and the development of human culture.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>