"The Golden Bough: A Study of Magic and Religion" is a famous book by the Australian anthropologist and folklorist James George Fraser. In his master's work, Fraser explores the religious beliefs, rituals and magical practices of various peoples around the world. This third edition of the book includes the fifth volume out of twelve and delves deeper into the subject of magic and religion, revealing the connection between them and mythology. Fraser uses a wide range of evidence to explore the unique aspects of the beliefs of different civilizations and to examine their interactions with nature and the cosmos. This book is a significant contribution to the fields of anthropology, folklore, and religious studies and remains an important source of knowledge for researchers and readers interested in ancient and modern religious practice.