The strange Slavic story of Ivan and Koschei the Deathless; the origins of King Arthur and the wizard Merlin; Odysseus resists the song of the Sirens; Sigurd battles the dragon Fafnir.

The wilderness was seen as a place of mystery and darkness by the ancients, which is reflected in the myths about travellers being rewarded for facing danger.

War and conflict have been a constant in human history, and the legends reflect what lies at the root of a society's values, ideals, and identity.

Love is a universal and powerful feeling which has inspired some of the most enduring stories known to humankind.

Myths and legends affect the consolidation of the rules of society, as well as the punishments that result from the violation of the rules.

Society has always has had a fascination with the dead, and the myths and legends associated with the afterlife reflect what different cultures value most in life.