Mythology in the Tides

Substantial mythology is associated with the tides. Such mythology is discussed in this paper. Monster sitings in Lake Champlain are attributed to submerged debris brought to the lake surface by tilting of the thermocline referred to as a seich. Early mythological explanations of the tides and discussed together with modern concepts. The tidal bore is discussed and related to mythological and useful means of protection. There is a tremendous amount of inaccurate information on the world wide web (the internet), a lot of which can be categorized as pseudoscience; an example related to Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales is given. Related examples of pseudoscience are discussed, including effects of tides on sleeping, oysters, and other effects on the human body or bodies of other animals on emotions and actions.