Mythology is both rich and colorful. From the beginning of time, people have loved to recount stories about gods and heroes, good versus evil, fantastic creatures, and witches and demons. Some of the "hidden messages" within these tales may have helped people make sense of their lives. Myths and Legends explains the origin of mythology and its cultural importance. These mysterious tales have stood the test of time, and even in the furious pace of the modern world, people are just as fascinated by them. Whatever their purpose, many myths contain truths about human nature, from which we can still learn today.