This important book, appearing at just the right time, allows us to hear the voices of our ancestors from ancient Europe, teaching us the celebration of life and instructing us in the art of reconciliation. With Ralph Metzner's magnificent book, we delve deep into the well of memory, exploring European myths that testify to the wisdom of the Earth and have lost none of their vitality and significance to this day. In the tradition of Campbell, Eliade, and Jung, Metzner investigates the Western psyche through archaic images and testimonies, masterfully illustrating how reflecting on the ancient forest gods of our ancestors can reveal our place in the changing nature and prevent us from destroying our environment. At the same time, the book clearly highlights the distortions of Germanic culture during the Nazi era and makes this evident.