Sir James Frazer

Sir James Frazer was a Scottish anthropologist and scholar best known for his work on mythology and religion. His most famous book, *The Golden Bough*, analyzes myths, rituals, and beliefs from various cultures worldwide. Frazer proposed that many religious practices and myths share common themes and origins, reflecting early human attempts to understand nature, life, and death. His work helped shape modern anthropology and the study of comparative religion by highlighting the universal patterns underlying diverse cultural traditions.