This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work. Forest Folklore: Mythology and Romance is a book written by Alexander Porteous that explores the rich mythology and folklore surrounding forests. The book delves into the various beliefs and legends that have been associated with forests throughout history, from the ancient Greeks and Romans to the Celts and Norse. The author also examines the role of forests in literature and art, highlighting famous works such as Robin Hood and A Midsummer Night's Dream. In addition, the book explores the romanticism associated with forests, from the idea of the forest as a place of refuge to the symbolism of the forest in love stories. Overall, Forest Folklore is a fascinating exploration of the cultural significance of forests and their enduring place in our imaginations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.