Aspects of Fantasy and Mythology in Neil Gaiman's "American Gods"

Abstract

American Gods (2001) by a British writer Neil Gaiman, is a mixture of American culture, fantasy and various streams of ancient and modern mythology, all centered around the mysterious and taciturn shadow. Neil Gaiman's American Gods, the exploration of fantasy and mythology extends beyond mere storytelling to serve as a lens through which the author comments on profound cultural phenomena. The characters, drawn from diverse mythological traditions, embody archetypal qualities that resonate universally.