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Author : Anonim
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2024-05-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781424337279
Author : J.K. Jackson
Publisher : Flame Tree 451
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0857758497
Creation myths, quests, the eternal battle between good and evil, these are some of the classic tales that feed the ravenous beast of modern culture. For many the classical traditions of the Greeks and the Romans occupy the imagination but the ancient world was a lively and fertile source of stories, reaching much further back than the pantheon of Zeus and his fellow gods. For the early civilisations, from the ancient Chinese to African tribal societies, stories were told to explain the origins of fierce weather, of unexplained disasters, of floods and earthquakes. Many traditions developed independently but still echoed similar themes in the natural human desire to understand the world around us. This new book brings to life the myths and legends of eight intriguing traditions: Native American, Chinese, Celtic, Scottish, Greek, Viking, Indian and African. With a cast of characters as broad and wide as the ancient river Styx the book is packed with the great themes of life: love, revenge, eternal conflict, the obsession with power and the everlasting the battle between the wily and the strong. This powerful new book is a dazzling collection of the most gripping tales, vividly retold.
Author : Ronne Randall
Publisher : Armadillo
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2017-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1861478526
The evocatively illustrated legends retold in this volume come from different cultures around the world.
Author : Lonely Planet Kids,Alli Brydon
Publisher : Lonely Planet
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781788686532
Get ready to travel through time with 21 dazzling stories of daring and deceit, reward and punishment. Meet gods and goddesses, serpents, coyotes, talking fish and clever spiders, and discover different versions of how the world began. This beautifully illustrated book features vibrant myths and epic legends told in countries around the world.
Author : John McKinnell
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780802099471
In Myths, Legends, and Heroes, editor Daniel Anzelark has brought together scholars of Old Norse-Icelandic and Old English literature to explore the translation and transmission of Norse myth, the use of literature in society and authorial self-reflection, the place of myth in the expression of family relationships, and recurrent motifs in Northern literature. The essays in Myths, Legends, and Heroes include an examination of the theme of sibling rivalry, an analysis of Christ's unusual ride into hell as found in both Old Norse and Old English, a discussion of Beowulf's swimming prowess and an analysis of the poetry in Snorri Sturluson's Edda. A tribute to Durham University professor John McKinnell's distinguished contributions to the field, this volume offers new insights in light of linguistic and archaeological evidence and a broad range of study with regard to both chronology and methodology.
Author : Alice Mills
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Legends
ISBN : 0857627678
"Empires and kingdoms come and go but their myths and legends live on, told and retold over hundreds, sometimes thousands, of years. Some still flourish today as inspiration for fantasy, from J. R. R. Tolkien to J. K. Rowling and beyond. Some have been almost forgotten and others are still only being partially revealed to outsiders. This book presents a fascinating selection of stories drawn from myths and legends originating from diverse cultures around the globe. From tales from the earliest stone tablets to stories told to delight royal courts; from hero stories to those offering answers to life?s unanswerable questions, this is an absorbing and beautifully presented compendium of tales that have engaged people for generations"--provided by publisher.
Author : Paul Kingsnorth,Graeme Macrae Burnet,Fiona Mozley,Sarah Hall
Publisher : September Publishing
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781912836536
New legends for modern times; sprung from our ancient lands, stories and stones. 'Marvellous and menacing.' Daily Mail 'The shadow from which I thought I had unshackled myself has returned. Whether this Horror is real or merely the handiwork of my imagination I cannot say. Nor can I say which of these possibilities disturbs me more.' from 'The Dark Thread' by Graeme Macrae Burnet From the legends of King Arthur embedded in the rocky splendour of Tintagel to the folklore and mysticism of Stonehenge, English Heritage sites are often closely linked to native English myths. Following on from the bestselling ghost story anthology Eight Ghosts, this is a new collection of stories inspired by the legends and tales that swirl through the history of eight ancient historical sites. Including an essay by James Kidd on the importance of myth to our landscape and our fiction, and an English Heritage survey of sites and associated legends, These Our Monsters is an evocative collection that brings new voices and fresh creative alchemy to our story-telling heritage. 'Nobody believes you when you talk about the whispering. Oh, Monny, you are funny, they say, you've such an imagination. There's a lot they don't believe.' from 'The Hand Under the Stone' by Sarah Hall The atmospheric locations: Edward Carey - Bury St Edmunds Abbey Sarah Hall - Castlerigg and other stone circles Paul Kingsnorth - Stonehenge Alison MacLeod - Down House Graeme Macrae Burnet - Whitby Abbey Sarah Moss - Berwick Castle Fiona Mozley - Carlisle Castle Adam Thorpe - Tintagel Castle
Author : Anonim
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 0756622239
A collection of myths from many cultures.
Author : Janie Chang
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781443456067
From the author of Three Souls and Dragon Springs Road comes a captivating historical novel in which a convoy of student refugees travel across China, fleeing the hostilities of a brutal war with Japan “Myths are the darkest and brightest incarnations of who we are . . .” China, 1937. When Japanese bombs begin falling on the city of Nanking, nineteen-year-old Hu Lian and her classmates at Minghua University are ordered to flee. Lian and a convoy of students, faculty and staff must walk 1,000 miles to the safety of China’s western provinces, a journey marred by the constant threat of aerial attack. And it is not just the refugees who are at risk; Lian and her classmates have been entrusted with a priceless treasure: a 500-year-old collection of myths and folklore known as the Library of Legends. The students’ common duty to safeguard the Library of Legends creates unexpected bonds. Lian becomes friends and forms a cautious romance with the handsome and wealthy Liu Shaoming. But after one classmate is arrested and another one is murdered, Lian realizes she must escape before a family secret puts her in danger too. Accompanied by Shao and his enigmatic maidservant, Sparrow, Lian makes her way to Shanghai in the hopes of reuniting with her mother. During the journey, Lian learns of the connection between her two companions and a tale from the Library of Legends, The Willow Star and the Prince. This revelation comes with profound consequences, for as the ancient books travel across China, they awaken immortals and guardian spirits who embark on an exodus of their own, one that will change the country’s fate forever.
Author : Joe Brusha,Ralph Tedesco,Raven Gregory
Publisher : Zenescope Entertainment
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781937068516
The brand new LITTLE MERMAID story arc is collected here for the first time! An orphan teen has spent her life alone unsure of her own mysterious past. When her secret is revealed she will discover an evil within that even she may not be able to control. Make sure to pick up the hottest new Grimm Fairy Tales series from Zenescope Entertainment! Collecting Myths and Legends Issues 8-11 as well as the original Little Mermaid story featured in the classic Grimm Fairy Tales issues 25 and 26.
Author : Mary C. Beaudry
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0521449995
It outlines a fresh approach to the archaeological study of the historic cultures of North America.
Author : Kathy Ceceri
Publisher : Nomad Press
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2010-03-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781619300545
All societies have their own myths and legends, but they're much more than just stories. Myths and legends tell us about a people’s history, science, and cultural values—the things they knew, the things they believed, and the things they felt were important. World Myths and Legends retells tales from the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. From the Greek myths to ancient epics like Gilgamesh and the trickster tales of Anansi the Spider, it helps readers think about why the same themes, characters, and events may show up in different parts of the globe. Along the way kids will also find lots of fun and interesting projects that let them experience the stories first-hand. World Myths and Legends unveils wonders of the ancient world as it takes readers on a fascinating adventure of mystery and imagination.
Author : Neil Philip
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Art and mythology
ISBN : 0751306657
This is a visual approach to explaining and elaborating upon many of the world's most interesting myths and legends. From the Hindu stories about Rama and his family to the Aboriginal myth of The Rainbow Snake, the book focuses on tales and characters from cultures around the world. Each story is illustrated with a beautiful work of art, while the large format allows the reader to examine every annotated section close-up.
Author : George W. Macpherson
Publisher : Luath Storyteller
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2004-06
Category : Celts
ISBN : 1842820648
A collection of traditional oral stories from Scotland, mainly the Highlands, many never before published. The stories are myths and legends as well as cultural history. They include traditional methods of treating diseases, Druidical customs and rituals, stories of Selkies, shapeshifters, heros, Vikings, faeries, giants and magic.
Author : Richard Shenkman
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-26
Category : History
ISBN : 9780062098870
The truth and nothing but the truth—Richard Shenkman sheds light on America's most believed legends. The story of Columbus discovering the world was round was invented by Washington Irving. The pilgrims never lived in log cabins. In Concord, Massachusetts, a third of all babies born in the twenty years before the Revolution were conceived out of wedlock. Washington may have never told a lie, but he loved to drink and dance, and he fell in love with his best friend's wife. Independence wasn't declared on July 4th. There's no evidence that anyone died in a frontier shootout at high noon. After World War II, the U.S. government concluded that Japan would have surrendered within months, even if we had not bombed Hiroshima and Nagasaki.