The source, an excerpt from a book on Amazons, examines the historical and mythical origins of the Amazonian figure in various cultures across the globe. It explores the Amazonian myth's origins in Greek literature and examines its connection to Scythian and other barbarian cultures. The text investigates the myth's potential historical basis in real warrior women found in various regions, including the Caucasus, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. It discusses different interpretations of the Amazon myth across cultures, including the possibility of their association with religious practices, particularly those involving moon-goddess worship and sacrificial rituals.