{"product_id":"the-golden-bough-james-george-frazer-9781023305518","title":"The Golden Bough","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the fascinating world of myth and ritual with James George Frazer's \"The Golden Bough, Third Edition, Vol. 9 of 12: Part 6, The Scapegoat.\" A cornerstone of folklore and mythology, this volume explores the ancient practice of the scapegoat, examining its presence across diverse cultures and its significance in comparative religion. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrazer's meticulous research, rooted in anthropology and social science, uncovers the intricate connections between ritualistic sacrifice, societal beliefs, and the enduring human need to purge perceived evils. \"The Scapegoat\" offers a compelling investigation into the origins and evolution of this fundamental concept, shedding light on the complex interplay of religion, tradition, and social order. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis carefully prepared print edition makes Frazer's classic work accessible to those interested in the history of religious thought and the enduring power of mythology. Discover the anthropological roots of folklore and the deep historical context of cultural and social rituals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScholars 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e James George Frazer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1023305518\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781023305518\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Anson Street Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/28\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 412\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.27lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.84d","brand":"James George Frazer","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48993161871615,"sku":"9781023305518","price":25.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-golden-bough-james-george-frazer-9781023305518","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}