num_pages: 165
description: 'By far the best book which researches the existence of Herne the Hunter. Highly recommended' Touchwood Commences with an introduction to Herne?s story, the oak on which Herne hanged himself &amp; its significance in history &amp; mythology. Goes on to investigate antlers &amp; their symbology in prehistoric religions, with a study of the horned god Cernunnos, the Wild Hunt &amp; its associations with Woden, Herne &amp; the Christian devil &amp; a descriptive chapter on the tradition of dressing up as animals &amp; the wearing &amp; use of antlers in particular. Herne?s suicide &amp; its connection with Woden &amp; prehistoric sacrifice is covered, together with the most complete collection of Herne?s appearances, plus an investigation into the nature of his hauntings. Photographs, illustrations &amp; diagrams enhance the text. The book also contains appendices covering the 19th century opera on the legend of Herne, Herne &amp; his status in certain esoteric circles &amp; Herne &amp; Paganism/Wicca
language: English
title: In Search of Herne the Hunter
titlecomplete: In Search of Herne the Hunter
genres: Mythology, Folklore, History, Paganism, Magic, Reference, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 20
publisher: Holmes Pub Group Llc