Book Description: Embark on a captivating journey into the enigmatic world of the Etruscans, where myths and legends weave a tapestry of ancient wonders waiting to be unraveled. In "The Myths and Legends of the Etruscans," discover the untold stories of a civilization that once flourished in the shadows of ancient Italy. Unveil the secrets of a pantheon where gods like Tinia, Uni, and Menrva presided over celestial realms, crafting a cosmic drama that transcends the bounds of time. From epic tales of heroes to the whispers of oracles foretelling destinies, each chapter unveils a new layer of the Etruscan legacy. Explore the vibrant rituals that connected mortals to the divine, from awe-inspiring annual celebrations to the sacred practices of haruspicy and oracular divination. Immerse yourself in the creation myths that shaped the universe, and walk alongside legendary heroes whose quests mirror the timeless struggles of humanity. As you delve into the heart of Etruscan culture, witness the legacy etched in art, architecture, and the very essence of modern Tuscany. From the heights of their civilization to the mysteries of their decline, this book unveils the rich tapestry of a forgotten world that continues to echo through the ages. "The Myths and Legends of the Etruscans" is more than a book; it's an invitation to explore the echoes of an ancient civilization, to stand at the crossroads of myth and reality. Are you ready to unravel the enigma? Secure your journey now and become a traveler in time, where the past whispers its tales, and the Etruscan myths beckon you to join the cosmic dance. Purchase your ticket to antiquity and let the adventure begin!

The Etruscan culture flourished for nearly 1000 years, playing an important part in the history of the Mediterranean alongside the Greeks, Phoenicians and Romans. This title explores their legacy in mythology and beliefs, as well as Etruscan art, which includes interpretations of scenes from Greek mythology.

Accompanying CD-ROM contains ... "all relevant illustrations from the book, arranged in alphabetical order according to mythological character. To increase the usefulness of the [CD-ROM], supplementary images not in the book have been added[.]"--P. xv.

While much of their art incorporates Greek elements--confusing archaeologists for decades--the Etruscans have their own distinct myths and legends. Here, delve into some of those stories and meet heroes such as the Vipinas brothers, who were a pair of folk heroes rooted in history. Explore the relationship between myth and history.

The Etruscans are one of history's great mysteries -- a sophisticated society that flourished at the heart of the Classical world and then vanished, leaving relatively few archaeological remains and few records of their culture. The Etruscans were adept at magic, and Etruscan books of spells were common among the Romans but they have not survived. While greatly influenced by the Greeks, the Etruscans retained elements of an ancient non-Western culture, and these archaic traits contributed greatly to the civilization once thought of as purely Roman (gladiators, for example, and many kinds of divination). Leland retrieves elements of Etruscan culture from the living popular traditions of remote areas of the Italian countryside where belief in "the old religion" survives to an astonishing degree. Recorded when many of these secret beliefs and practices were fading away, this remarkable volume deals with ancient gods, spirits, witches, incantations, prophecy, medicine, spells, and amulets, giving full descriptions, illustrations, and instructions for practice.

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 26. Chapters: Etruscan mythology, Founding of Rome, Tinia, Menrva, Fufluns, Nethuns, Artume, Voltumna, Vanth, Laran, Thesan, Nortia, Thalna, Tages, Tuchulcha, Aita, List of Etruscan mythological figures, Interpretatio graeca, Fanum Voltumnae, Vegoia, Haruspex, List of Etruscan names for Greek heroes, Chimera of Arezzo, Turan, Aulus Caecina Severus, Lucus Feroniae, Maris, Uni, Ani, Sethlans, Persipnei, Semla, Leinth, Selvans, Calu, Heracle, Cilens, These. Excerpt: This is a list of deities and legendary figures found in the Etruscan mythology. The names below were taken mainly from Etruscan "picture bilinguals," which are Etruscan call-outs on art depicting mythological scenes or motifs. Several different media provide names. Variants of the names are given, reflecting differences in language in different localities and times. Many of the names are Etruscan spellings (and pronunciations) of Greek names. The themes may or may not be entirely Greek. Etruscans frequently added their own themes to Greek myths. The same may be said of native Italic names rendered into Etruscan. Some names are entirely Etruscan. Which is which is often a topic of debate in the international forum of scholarship. AchlaeGreek river god, Achelous.Achle, AchileLegendary hero of the Trojan War, from the Greek Achilles.AchmemrunLegendary king of Mycenaean Greece, from the Greek Agamemnon.Achrum, AcharumLegendary Greek river of the underworld, the Acheron.Achvizr, Achuvesr, Achuvizr, AchviztrUnknown character associated with Turan.Aita, EitaThe Etruscan equivalent of the Greek god of the underworld and ruler of the dead, Hades.Aivas Tlamunus, Aivas VilatesAlso Eivas or Evas. Etruscan equivalents of the Greek heroes Ajax, son of Telamon and Ajax, son of Oileus.AlchumenaThe Greek legendary character, Alcmena.Alcstei, AlcstiThe Greek legendary character, ...