LibGuides: Mythology and Folklore: Internet Resources

University and government websites

These websites were created and are maintained by universities and government agencies.

The Aberdeen Bestiary
The Aberdeen Bestiary describes real and imaginary animals. It was written in England around the year 1200. This online version is presented by King's College, University of Aberdeen.
The American Folklife Center
The American Folklife Center is part of the Library of Congress. Some of its collections are available online. Physical collections are housed at the Center in Washington, D.C.
The Camelot Project
The Camelot Project is presented by the University of Rochester. It includes Arthurian texts, bibliographies, background information, and more.
Folklore and Mythology Electronic Texts
A collection of translations and retellings by folklorist and retired professor D.L. Ashliman, hosted by his former employer, the University of Pittsburgh.

These sites are not affiliated with a university or government agency, but are nonetheless reliable.

American Folklore
Folktales, legends, urban legends, and more retold by librarian and author S.E. Schlosser
The Online Medieval and Classical Library
OMACL features the texts of several works of Classical and medieval literature. It is hosted and maintained by librarian Roy Tennant.
Theoi Greek Mythology
Theoi is an encyclopedia of Greek gods, heroes, and other beings, accompanied by examples of how they have been depicted in art. Information about the site's author is not available, but articles frequently include citations.