Your love for learning about stories and people shines through like a bright light. Also Jean likes big chunky books, and has fun in sharing her absolute joy about epic poetry and stories . You have a gift Jean of making me want to read these stories.
Good diverse overview of mythological stories. I have just enrolled in ancient history Masters degree having been a scientist of the natural world for most of my life. Looking forward to exploring a diverse range of myths. Not sure I will commit fully at this stage but am glad I am exploring into this. So much reading - won't be easy. Have always loved ancient mythology. Seems to me consistency in the myths is one of the most powerful ways of ascertaining human roots from the state of amnesia that humanity has long found itself. The symbols and etymological similarities and differences throughout time will be very interesting.
Can you believe i was just thinking yesterday of wanting to revisit the reel you did of the mythology books you own so I could purchase some?? Perfect timing I'd say :) So excited!!
There is a work of Sanskrit literature called ‘Kathasaritsagara’ by Somadeva that I highly recommend. It covers the exploits of a magician king named Naravahandatta. It is an encyclopedic work in verse written around the 11th century CE. Two volumes of this work are available in the now defunct’Clay Sanskrit Library’ under the title ‘The Ocean of the Rivers of Story’. Unfortunately no complete English translation is available to the best of my knowledge.
I loved this!! I had never heard of the Legend of Moonie Jarl but will definately pick it up! Also just a note it's prefered to refer to "Fraiser Island" as "K'gari" which translates to paradise.
Oh I didn’t know! Thank you. The book continuously used Fraiser Island and is own voices so I just took their lead, but I’d be easily convinced that is a result of pressure to use that name in the 60s in that case.
@@JeansThoughts Honestly it's a pretty new change. Well it's not a 'NEW' name, it's always been K'gari however the non indegenous population has not respected that for until recently. And honestly some still don't. But there is a huge push in Aus to start refering to regions by their original names. There is even adds and touist info now using K'gari which is honestly incredible considering our history.
I haven’t read it yet (I want to) but I always understood this more as a novel that drew inspiration in parts from folklore rather than a source for myths/legends/religious tales? Just wanted to check I’ve not totally misunderstood aha.
@@JeansThoughts I understand your questioning concern. After reading a synopsis of it, it occurred to me that it is as esoterically psychological through its symbols as either the Iliad, Odyssey or even Shakespeare’s Tempest. For instance, characters, who are demons like Sandy or Pigsy are metaphysical symbols (in a platonic sense) and represent humanity “lower” animal side whilst Tripitaka, the monk, represents the rational/intellectual side of humanity which “tames” the “lower” side. So I see Journey to the West in much the same way, as as Eastern version, as a Greek tragedy, or Platonic myth, or Homer’s books, or even the Greek Mysteries. Just my opinion. :) Addendum: and just to add, that Journey to the West is 1 of 4 (or so) of the Classic Chinese Novels. So after Journey, there is others to look forward too.
Any recommendations for the yoruba gods? Simple Google searches make it hard to know what book is worth the investment and I'd love to read more about them outside of Wikipedia
I have found some ancient Chinese lit harder to find widely accessible in English but highly recommend The Huainanzi by Liu An (I read the tr. from the Chinese by John S. Major). And then there is a wonderful series published by Hackett where editors have brought together various versions of one story i.e. Mulan: Five Versions of a Classic Chinese Legend (amzn.to/43yzzVL). Other volumes in the series include the legend of the White Snake/Lady Bai.
"The Karelian people of the Russian republic of Karelia"? The Karelians are culturally and linguistically really close to the Finns, and the fact that a large part of Karelia was taken by Soviet Russia in WWII has nothing to do with these old myths that are for sure not Russian.
Of course not - but I was trying to explain where this is in modern day geography as they are important to those people who technically are included that geographic area today. Like mentioning Iraq is where Mesopotamia was. Perhaps saying ‘in’ instead of ‘of’ would have been better?
I think Jean said it “right” and I didn’t think anything of it. The term Karelian has really deep and intertwined roots, but in this context, Karelia and Karelian people are considered by most Finns (including me) as belonging to the Russia nowadays. (Also, there was no butchering of Lönnrot’s name✌️)
I actually have no idea how many books I've read aha. But I'm 31 have read since I was a small child, read partly for work, and read both physically and via audiobooks. Also I read a tonne of different things from long novels, to comic books ^_^ it's all part of the reading journey.
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Your love for learning about stories and people shines through like a bright light. Also Jean likes big chunky books, and has fun in sharing her absolute joy about epic poetry and stories . You have a gift Jean of making me want to read these stories.
That is incredibly kind thank you!
So happy to see the Shanameh in this video ! Grew up with these stories. Adding the others books in my wish list
It’s such a wonderful book, I love the story of Zal.
Good diverse overview of mythological stories. I have just enrolled in ancient history Masters degree having been a scientist of the natural world for most of my life. Looking forward to exploring a diverse range of myths. Not sure I will commit fully at this stage but am glad I am exploring into this. So much reading - won't be easy. Have always loved ancient mythology. Seems to me consistency in the myths is one of the most powerful ways of ascertaining human roots from the state of amnesia that humanity has long found itself. The symbols and etymological similarities and differences throughout time will be very interesting.
I would recommend the Irish Tain and the stories of the Fianna as well.
I love to read mythology and folklore from all over the world. Thank you for making this video.❤😁
I’m so glad it was useful!!!
It’s so cool to see such a breadth of mythology 🥰
So glad you enjoyed it!!
Wonderful video! I’ve added several to my TBR.
Yay!!
Can you believe i was just thinking yesterday of wanting to revisit the reel you did of the mythology books you own so I could purchase some?? Perfect timing I'd say :) So excited!!
Aaaah what are the chances! Serendipity. I hope you enjoy these.
Thank you for including The Mahabharat. It is as important as The Ramayan.
I love your videos.
Of course! The Hindu epics have to be some of the most beautiful works of literature I’ve ever read.
There is a work of Sanskrit literature called ‘Kathasaritsagara’ by Somadeva that I highly recommend. It covers the exploits of a magician king named Naravahandatta. It is an encyclopedic work in verse written around the 11th century CE. Two volumes of this work are available in the now defunct’Clay Sanskrit Library’ under the title ‘The Ocean of the Rivers of Story’. Unfortunately no complete English translation is available to the best of my knowledge.
really nice video
I loved this!! I had never heard of the Legend of Moonie Jarl but will definately pick it up! Also just a note it's prefered to refer to "Fraiser Island" as "K'gari" which translates to paradise.
Oh I didn’t know! Thank you. The book continuously used Fraiser Island and is own voices so I just took their lead, but I’d be easily convinced that is a result of pressure to use that name in the 60s in that case.
@@JeansThoughts Honestly it's a pretty new change. Well it's not a 'NEW' name, it's always been K'gari however the non indegenous population has not respected that for until recently. And honestly some still don't. But there is a huge push in Aus to start refering to regions by their original names. There is even adds and touist info now using K'gari which is honestly incredible considering our history.
@@emilyallouise Amazing thanks so much for filling me in!!!
I highly recommend Slavic mythology - it's wonderful
Any particular books you recommend? Love slavic mythology!!
We need someone to pitch a translation to an English language publisher ;)
I love learning about mythology. I want to dive more into this topic. May you recommend any graphic novels about mythology?
I really need to get to my copy of The Magonobian.
It's phenomenal!
I would kill to read a novel on early turkic mythology/folklore (tengrism inspired fantasy would be AMAZING)
Book recommendations start at 4:00
And the context comes before 😜
I want to add Journey to the West, translated by Anthony C. Yu in 4 volumes (revised edition 2012) and also an abridged edition in 1 volume.
I haven’t read it yet (I want to) but I always understood this more as a novel that drew inspiration in parts from folklore rather than a source for myths/legends/religious tales? Just wanted to check I’ve not totally misunderstood aha.
@@JeansThoughts I understand your questioning concern. After reading a synopsis of it, it occurred to me that it is as esoterically psychological through its symbols as either the Iliad, Odyssey or even Shakespeare’s Tempest.
For instance, characters, who are demons like Sandy or Pigsy are metaphysical symbols (in a platonic sense) and represent humanity “lower” animal side whilst Tripitaka, the monk, represents the rational/intellectual side of humanity which “tames” the “lower” side. So I see Journey to the West in much the same way, as as Eastern version, as a Greek tragedy, or Platonic myth, or Homer’s books, or even the Greek Mysteries. Just my opinion. :)
Addendum: and just to add, that Journey to the West is 1 of 4 (or so) of the Classic Chinese Novels. So after Journey, there is others to look forward too.
“Welcome back if you’re new” 😂❤
Omg did I 😂 can you tell my brain is scrambled…
Any recommendations for the yoruba gods? Simple Google searches make it hard to know what book is worth the investment and I'd love to read more about them outside of Wikipedia
Do you have any recommendations of Chinese mythologies since they’re so influential to East Asian countries?
I have found some ancient Chinese lit harder to find widely accessible in English but highly recommend The Huainanzi by Liu An (I read the tr. from the Chinese by John S. Major). And then there is a wonderful series published by Hackett where editors have brought together various versions of one story i.e. Mulan: Five Versions of a Classic Chinese Legend (amzn.to/43yzzVL). Other volumes in the series include the legend of the White Snake/Lady Bai.
@@JeansThoughts this is so helpful. Thank you so much!
What about Story ? Is it always true or false or neither, both, anything ?
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"The Karelian people of the Russian republic of Karelia"? The Karelians are culturally and linguistically really close to the Finns, and the fact that a large part of Karelia was taken by Soviet Russia in WWII has nothing to do with these old myths that are for sure not Russian.
Of course not - but I was trying to explain where this is in modern day geography as they are important to those people who technically are included that geographic area today. Like mentioning Iraq is where Mesopotamia was. Perhaps saying ‘in’ instead of ‘of’ would have been better?
I think Jean said it “right” and I didn’t think anything of it. The term Karelian has really deep and intertwined roots, but in this context, Karelia and Karelian people are considered by most Finns (including me) as belonging to the Russia nowadays. (Also, there was no butchering of Lönnrot’s name✌️)
You've read 3000+ books right? God can you plz tell me when did you started reading? And how old are you??
I actually have no idea how many books I've read aha. But I'm 31 have read since I was a small child, read partly for work, and read both physically and via audiobooks. Also I read a tonne of different things from long novels, to comic books ^_^ it's all part of the reading journey.