Tracing the ancient roots of the werewolf myth from Greece to Rome
In short: Author Daniel Ogden explores the enduring history of the werewolf, examining why the wolf became the primary creature of transformation and sharing classic tales from antiquity.
The concept of the werewolf is not a modern invention but a phenomenon with a continuous history stretching back to the ancient world. Daniel Ogden, author of 'The Werewolf in the Ancient World,' traces these origins to at least the time of the historian Herodotus.
The discussion delves into the specific cultural narratives of Ancient Greece and Rome, questioning why the wolf was consistently chosen as the animal of choice for these shapeshifting legends. By examining these early accounts, we gain insight into how ancient societies conceptualized the boundary between human and beast.
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