Fertility myth and ritual appear in mythology and practice throughout the world. Common to many cultures is the theme of the sacrificial...

The solitary Erntekröte (Harvest Toad), mysterious Bockmann (Goat or Buck Man) and sadistic Roggenmuhme (Rye Aunt) are pagan harvest...

Harvest spirits abound in German mythology and folklore. They're helpful, harmful or indifferent but must all be treated with respect....