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Pagans have long had a bad rap. Ethan Doyle White’s “Pagans: The Visual Culture of Pagan Myths, Legends + Rituals” corrects misconceptions and explains their intricate belief systems and rich ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Anna Efetova via Getty Images It's often claimed that many of today's Christmas ...