The Magic of Wolves

Mythology

by Robin Herne

The Magic of Wolves explores a wide array of mythologies from around the world, demonstrating how humans have both understood and interacted with wolves – sometimes figures of admiration, sometimes seen as terrifying and savage. These sacred stories give insights not only into our own nature but also into the nature of wolves themselves. This book also considers practical issues in pagan ritual, and how people have communicated with wolf spirits and turned to them as ancestral figures. Blending zoology, mythology, sociology, psychology and theology, this text aims to give a broad overview of how wolves and their relationships to humans can be understood. Chapters cover topics such as the lupine legends of Ancient Rome, Classical Greece, the Norse, the Celts, India and Japan. Whether you are passionate about wolves, lycanthropes, mythology or magic, there will be something here for you.

REVIEW

5 out of 5

An easy-to-read, informative book, that brought to light wolves’ place in some mythologies I was unaware of. I enjoyed getting to learn about beliefs from around the world, and I plan on following up with some of the sources listed in the back to go a little more in-depth. Herne has an easy-to-read style, and while each chapter isn’t broken down further, it’d be easy to read a chapter at a time and come back later to read more, as each chapter has a different focus. If you’re only looking for certain cultures, the beginning of each chapter gives you a quick rundown of what to expect. If you’re interested in wolves and their place in myths and tales, you’ll find this a great introductory book!

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