Download Full eBooks in PDF
Balder And The Mistletoe Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle version is available to download in english. Read online anytime anywhere directly from your device. Click on the download button below to get a free pdf file of Balder And The Mistletoe book. This book definitely worth reading, it is an incredibly well-written.
Author : Edna Barth,Richard J Cuffari
Publisher : Clarion Books
Page : 70 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1979-07-13
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0395289564
A retelling of the Norse legend of how Balder, god of light and joy, was brought down by the evil Loki with an arrow made of mistletoe.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 0186432151
A retelling of the Norse legend of how Balder, god of light and joy, was brought down by the evil Loki with an arrow made of mistletoe.
Author : Jonathan Miles-Watson,Vivian Asimos
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2019-08-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781350082267
What is myth? Why do myths exist? What do myths do? Where are myths going? This reader is organized into 4 parts which explore these questions. Drawing on over 10 years of experience teaching myth in religious studies and anthropology departments in the UK, USA and Continental Europe the editors have brought together key works in the theory of myth. Key features include: - a general introduction to the reader that outlines a comparative and interpretative framework - an introduction contextualizing each part and sub-section - an introduction to each reading by the editors - a companion website that provides discussion questions and further reading suggestions, including primary sources. From functionalism to feminism, nationalism to globalization, and psychoanalysis to spatial analysis, this reader covers the classic and contemporary theories and approaches needed to understand what myth is, why myths exist, what they do, and what the future holds for them.
Author : James George Frazer
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2012-04-26
Category : History
ISBN : 9781108047418
The greatly revised and enlarged twelve-volume third edition (1911-15) of Sir James Frazer's controversial work on classical religion.
Author : Sharynne MacLeod NicMhacha
Publisher : Weiser Books
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1578632846
Queen of the Night helps readers understand the role and power of the moon in the ancient religions, folklore, and mythology of Ireland and the British isles and then discover how to tap that power in their daily lives. Queen of the Night is a journey into the world of Celtic cosmology, shamanism, and sacred animals, as well as Celtic language, art, and culture, to discover the power and centrality of the moon. Since the earliest times, from stone circles and passage graves to the rites and customs of Druids, the moon has been the symbol of the Goddess and has played a crucial role in worship and celebration. In 13 chapters representing the moon's monthly and annual cycles, NicMhacha tells the story of Celtic moon mythology, as well as touching upon Greek, Hindu, and Norse traditions. Each chapter sets forth the role of the moon in Celtic tradition and culture and includes poetry, quotes, or prayers honoring the moon. At the end of each chapter, she offers meditations, ceremonies, and exercises to help readers connect with the moon and apply its power to their lives. From the world of fairies to bards, seekers, and shamans; from the moon's role in the secret meetings of women spinners to the role of sacred animals and mythic beings, Queen of the Night is a lively, informative, and transformative book for anyone who wants to understand and experience the power of the moon.
Author : James Frazer
Publisher : Litres
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2021-03-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9785040844586
Author : John Friedman
Publisher : Delta
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780385341165
The odds of being hit by lightning each year are only about 1 in 750,000 in the U.S. And yet this rare phenomenon has inspired both fear and fascination for thousands of years. In this groundbreaking, brilliantly researched book, journalist John S. Friedman probes lightning’s scientific, spiritual, and cultural roots. Blending vibrant history with riveting first-hand accounts of those who have clashed with lightning and lived to tell about it, Out of the Blue charts an extraordinary journey across the ages that explores our awe and dread in the face of one of nature’s most fearsome spectacles. Herman Melville called it “God’s burning finger.” The ancient Romans feared it as the wrath of God. Today we have a more scientific understanding, so why our eternal fascination with lightning? Out of the Blue attempts to understand this towering force of nature, exploring the changing perceptions of lightning from the earliest civilizations through Ben Franklin’s revolutionary experiments to the hair-raising adventures of storm chasers like David Hoadley, who’s been chronicling extreme weather for half a century. And Friedman describes one of the most treacherous rescues ever attempted in American mountain climbing. Friedman profiles a Virginia ranger who was struck by lightning seven times—and dubbed the human lightning rod—along with scores of others who tell astonishing tales of rescue and survival. And he charts lightning’s profound, life-altering effects on the emotional and spiritual lives of its victims. Combining captivating fact with thrilling personal stories, Out of the Blue tells a remarkable true tale of fate and coincidence, discovery and divine retribution, science and superstition. As entertaining as it is informative, it is a book for outdoor adventurers, sports enthusiasts, science and weather buffs, nature lovers, and anyone who has ever been awed or frightened by the sight of lightning. From the Hardcover edition.
Author : Kevin Crossley-Holland
Publisher : Pantheon
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307763174
Here are thirty-two classic myths that bring the Viking world vividly to life. The mythic legacy of the Scandinavians includes a cycle of stories filled with magnificent images from pre-Christian Europe. Gods, humans, and monstrous beasts engage in prodigious drinking bouts, contests of strength, greedy schemes for gold, and lusty encounters. The Norse pantheon includes Odin, the wisest and most fearsome of the gods; Thor, the thundering powerhouse; and the exquisite, magic-wielding Freyja. Their loves, wars, and adventures take us through worlds both mortal and divine, culminating in a blazing doomsday for gods and humans alike. These stories bear witness to the courage, passion, and boundless spirit that were hallmarks of the Norse world. Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library From the Trade Paperback edition.
Author : Ivan Strenski
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2015-02-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781118457726
Featuring comprehensive updates and additions, the second edition of Understanding Theories of Religion explores the development of major theories of religion through the works of classic and contemporary figures. • A new edition of this introductory text exploring the core methods and theorists in religion, spanning the sixteenth-century through to the latest theoretical trends • Features an entirely new section covering religion and postmodernism; race, sex, and gender; and religion and postcolonialism • Examines the development of religious theories through the work of classic and contemporary figures from the history of anthropology, sociology, psychology, philosophy, and theology • Reveals how the study of religion evolved in response to great cultural conflicts and major historical events • Student-friendly features include chapter introductions and summaries, biographical vignettes, a timeline, a glossary, and many other learning aids
Author : Sir James George Frazer
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 772 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780486119724
Classic 1890 study of cults, rites, and myths of antiquity helped define terms of social anthropology, influencing generations of thinkers. Abridgment omits footnotes, occasionally condenses text; all main principles remain intact.
Author : James George Frazer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 414 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1963
Category : Magic
ISBN : STANFORD:36105001964704
Author : Andrew Lang
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2022-06-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : EAN:8596547043348
Andrew Lang FBA (31 March 1844 – 20 July 1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, and contributor to the field of anthropology. He was regarded as one of the leading lights in the study of unexplained phenomena such as magic. In this book, he described the relationship which exists between superstition and religion, the theory of borrowed religions, the connection between magic and religion, and other exceptional subjects.
Author : Sir James George Frazer
Publisher : Courier Dover Publications
Page : 771 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2019-12-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780486836102
This 1890 study offers a monumental exploration of the cults, rites, and myths of antiquity and their parallels with those of early Christianity. Abridged by the author from his 12-volume work.
Author : Christopher I. Lehrich
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2020-12-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780429670534
Jonathan Z. Smith (1938–2017) was unquestionably one of the most important and influential voices of critical reflection within the academic study of religion in the last century. His work explored the nature and history of religious phenomena across cultures—from ancient Jewish practices to Maori cults, from early Christianity to mass suicide in the twentieth century—while critiquing the assumptions underlying the very category of "religion." This important volume offers the first full critical assessment of the influence of Jonathan Z. Smith’s thought on the subject of religion. Christopher I. Lehrich systematically examines and develops a critical overview that will assist others in engaging more fully with Smith’s scholarship. This book is an essential reading for students and scholars interested in the work of Jonathan Z. Smith as well as the history of religion more broadly.
Author : Stan Lee
Publisher : Marvel Entertainment
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2018-08-30
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781302506162
Collects Thor: Tales of Asgard by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby #1-6. Two of comics' immortal talents - the legendary Stan Lee and Jack Kirby - tell the tales of that most hallowed pantheon of gods: Asgard! Experience the seminal tales of Norse godhood, beautifully restored and recolored by Matt Milla: the origins of the Ice and Storm Giants, the diabolical Surtur, and the noble Heimdall; and the very creation of Asgard itself! Plus: delve into the boyhood of Thor, when his relationship with wicked stepbrother Loki was not yet fully formed! Throw in the earliest tales of Thor's loyal Warriors Three - Fandral, Hogun and Volstagg - and TALES OF ASGARD proves to be one of the most fun and fast-paced curios from Marvel's glorious Silver Age!
