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argument that the more puzzling part of Greek myth is a "survival" would not be affected. Borrowed, or inherited, or imitated, certain of the stories and rites are savage in origin, and the argument insists on no more as to that portion of Greek religion.[1]

  1. I much regret that Herr Gruppe's work, nearly finished, I believe, on Greek Religion and Myth has not been published in time for me to profit by its learning in these volumes, and to correct such opinions as Herr Gruppe's book might induce me to modify. Some early sheets which, by the courtesy of the publisher, have reached me, show that it is a work of great interest and learning.