Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Myth and Memory?
Myth and Memory is an independent educational website dedicated to exploring mythology, history, and cultural narratives from across the world. The site publishes original, long-form articles that examine myths, legends, historical events, wars, and ideologies with an emphasis on context, interpretation, and storytelling.
Rather than presenting information as isolated facts, Myth and Memory aims to explain why stories mattered, how events unfolded, and what they reveal about the societies that created or experienced them.
2. Who writes the articles on this site?
All articles published on Myth and Memory are written by Sudhir Devapalan, a software engineer with a long-standing personal interest in mythology, ancient history, wars, and military strategy. While not an academic historian, the author approaches each topic with curiosity, care, and respect for historical context—drawing from books, documentaries, primary accounts, and reputable secondary sources wherever possible.
3. Is Myth and Memory an academic or scholarly journal?
No. Myth and Memory is not an academic or peer-reviewed journal. The content is written for general readers, enthusiasts, and curious learners who enjoy history and mythology but may not be looking for strictly academic writing. Articles are designed to be informative, readable, and engaging rather than technical or citation-heavy. That said, accuracy and responsible interpretation are taken seriously, even when topics involve debate or uncertainty.
4. How accurate is the information on the site?
Every effort is made to ensure accuracy by consulting multiple books, articles, and reputable references. However, mythology and history often involve differing interpretations, and absolute certainty is not always possible.
Readers are encouraged to use the content as a starting point for further study.
5. Why does the site cover mythology and history together?
Mythology and history are deeply interconnected. Myths often preserve how ancient people understood real events, natural disasters, rulers, wars, and moral values. History, in turn, records what societies chose to remember, emphasize, or erase. Studying them together allows for a deeper understanding of how civilizations thought, believed, and remembered. Myth and Memory exists specifically to explore this overlap—where legend, memory, and recorded history meet.
6. Does Myth and Memory focus on any specific period or region?
The site covers a wide range of periods and cultures. However, there is a particular focus on:
- Wars and battles
- Military history and strategy
- Ancient civilizations and mythological traditions
- World War II and 20th-century conflicts
7. Are the articles original?
Yes. All articles published on Myth and Memory are original and written specifically for the site, unless explicitly stated otherwise. Content is not copied, spun, or reproduced from other websites. Any references or influences are used for research purposes only and are transformed into original narrative and analysis.
8. Can I share or quote content from Myth and Memory?
You may:
- Share article links freely
- Quote short excerpts for educational or non-commercial purposes, provided proper attribution is given and a link back to the original article is included
You may not:
- Republish full articles
- Use content for commercial purposes without permission
9. Does the site use advertisements?
Yes. Myth and Memory may display advertisements served by Google AdSense or other third-party advertising partners. These advertisements help support the ongoing maintenance, hosting, and development of the website. Editorial content is not influenced by advertisers, sponsorships, or ad placements.
10. Does Myth and Memory use cookies?
Yes. The site uses cookies for essential functionality, analytics, and advertising purposes. Details about cookie usage are explained in our Cookie Policy.
11. Is personal information collected from visitors?
No personal information is required to browse the website.If you choose to contact Myth and Memory via email, your information is used only to respond to your inquiry and is not stored, sold, or shared for marketing purposes.
More details are available in our Privacy Policy.
12. How can I contact Myth and Memory?
You can reach us at:
13. Can I suggest topics or corrections?
Yes. Thoughtful suggestions, corrections, and feedback are welcome. If you notice an error, have additional sources, or would like to suggest a topic related to mythology, history, or warfare, feel free to contact us with relevant details or references. Constructive input helps improve the quality and accuracy of the site.
14. Will the site accept guest posts in the future?
At present, Myth and Memory does not accept guest posts. This policy may change in the future as the site grows. Any updates regarding guest contributions or collaborations will be clearly announced on the website.