Dust of Ages

As the summer is swiftly coming to an end and a gentle chill in the air is felt, we wish to take you on a journey this October month into the land of myths and legends.

This month, we launch ourselves into the "Dust of Ages" looking at the immortal legacy of stories that people keep telling. By looking at ancient myths and folktales as well as their modern adaptations, we will discover the issues and ideas that are relevant to people, no matter of culture or time period.

In this issue, you will journey around the world through stories.

Furthermore, we will illustrate the importance of certain legends in history, memory and sense of place. We will analyze the creation of particular tales and their relevance to the culture of society today.

See how today's authors, retell familiar stories in the world of imaginations.

Look how belief systems that include folklore affect people's views of the world and their places.

In this regard, let us relish the fact that stories have and will continue to reign supreme and that there are a lot many such stories from the history of mankind in the form of myths and legends.

Join us as we celebrate the enduring power of storytelling and explore the rich tapestry of human experience woven through folklore and legend.