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Monstrum
Fire Cat or Fire Cart? The History of Japan’s Kasha
The Kasha drags the bodies of the dead to the underworld for a life of damnation.
Trolls: Scandinavia’s Malevolent, Magical Outcasts
The world is full of monsters, myths, and legends and Monstrum isn’t afraid to take a closer look. The show, hosted by Emily Zarka, Ph.D., takes us on a journey to discover a new monster for each new episode. Monstrum looks at humans unique drive to create and shape monster mythology through oral storytelling, literature and film.
Trolls: Scandinavia’s Malevolent, Magical Outcasts
Season 3 Episode 13 | 16m 3s | CC
While modern imagination might have you picturing trolls as ugly, their ancient folkloric counterparts were wealthy creatures. Defined by their status as outsiders as well and the threat of violence they represent, this episode takes you through the Nordic sagas, Medieval laws, and literary influences that contributed to the endurance of these malevolent and magical Scandinavian monsters.
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