Myths and Genes: Deep Historical Reconstruction

The monograph demonstrates the possibility of a deep historical reconstruction of the evolution of mythological systems based on system analysis of folklore-mythological and genetic data. Particular attention is paid to the origin and evolution of dualistic cosmogony. The reconstruction of the most archaic protodualist cosmogony, localized in Southeast Asia, can be proposed, paths of the spread and transformation of this mythological complex are traced. The penetration of dualistic cosmogony into North America and their distribution in North Eurasia are investigated. The possibility of the penetration of dualistic motifs from protophynogrs to the Archraranians during the Fedorovsky contact is analyzed. The spread and transformation of dualistic cosmogony in the Middle East and Western Eurasia is considered.
The book is designed for a wide range of readers who are interested in the ancient history of mankind, the evolution of mythological systems, as well as the problems of integration of accurate, natural and social sciences