Myth Of Kirke

Author : Madeline Miller
Publisher : Little, Brown
Page : 419 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780316556330

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Circe by Madeline Miller Pdf

This #1 New York Times bestseller is a "bold and subversive retelling of the goddess's story" that brilliantly reimagines the life of Circe, formidable sorceress of The Odyssey (Alexandra Alter, TheNew York Times). In the house of Helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans, a daughter is born. But Circe is a strange child -- not powerful, like her father, nor viciously alluring like her mother. Turning to the world of mortals for companionship, she discovers that she does possess power -- the power of witchcraft, which can transform rivals into monsters and menace the gods themselves. Threatened, Zeus banishes her to a deserted island, where she hones her occult craft, tames wild beasts and crosses paths with many of the most famous figures in all of mythology, including the Minotaur, Daedalus and his doomed son Icarus, the murderous Medea, and, of course, wily Odysseus. But there is danger, too, for a woman who stands alone, and Circe unwittingly draws the wrath of both men and gods, ultimately finding herself pitted against one of the most terrifying and vengeful of the Olympians. To protect what she loves most, Circe must summon all her strength and choose, once and for all, whether she belongs with the gods she is born from, or the mortals she has come to love. With unforgettably vivid characters, mesmerizing language, and page-turning suspense, Circe is a triumph of storytelling, an intoxicating epic of family rivalry, palace intrigue, love and loss, as well as a celebration of indomitable female strength in a man's world. #1 New York Times Bestseller -- named one of the Best Books of the Year by NPR, the Washington Post, People, Time, Amazon, Entertainment Weekly, Bustle, Newsweek, the A.V. Club, Christian Science Monitor, Refinery 29, Buzzfeed, Paste, Audible, Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, Thrillist, NYPL, Self, Real Simple, Goodreads, Boston Globe, Electric Literature, BookPage, the Guardian, Book Riot, Seattle Times, and Business Insider.

Author : Robert Brown
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0243616503

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Myth of Kirke by Robert Brown Pdf

Author : Robert Brown
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2017-06-21
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3337197914

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The Myth of Kirke: Including a Visit of Odysseus to the Shades by Robert Brown Pdf

The myth of Kirke: Including a visit of Odysseus to the shades - An Homerik study is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1883. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

Author : D.A. Henneman
Publisher : Saray Books LLC
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2021-10-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Medusa's Secret by D.A. Henneman Pdf

In Ancient Greece, sometimes death is only the beginning… Medusa’s human form, granted by the virgin goddess, has always been enough for her. Until now. No longer a virgin, Medusa now faces banishment from the temple and Athena’s legendary wrath. Perseus’s love for Medusa breeds poison when kept a secret from all who live on Mt. Olympus. To have a life together, the couple must air the truth, even if it shakes the foundation of the Parthenon. Medusa struggles to embrace her monstrous past, as Perseus is faced with a choice – to embrace a hero’s life, or to follow his heart’s desire. The collision of their destinies forces them into a world that neither imagined.

Author : Homer
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0198788800

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Odyssey by Homer Pdf

Since their composition almost 3,000 years ago the Homeric epics have lost none of their power to grip audiences and fire the imagination: with their stories of life and death, love and loss, war and peace they continue to speak to us at the deepest level about who we are across the span of generations. That being said, the world of Homer is in many ways distant from that in which we live today, with fundamental differences not only in language, social order, and religion, but in basic assumptions about the world and human nature. This volume offers a detailed yet accessible introduction to ancient Greek culture through the lens of Book One of the Odyssey, covering all of these aspects and more in a comprehensive Introduction designed to orient students in their studies of Greek literature and history. The full Greek text is included alongside a facing English translation which aims to reproduce as far as feasible the word order and sound play of the Greek original and is supplemented by a Glossary of Technical Terms and a full vocabulary keyed to the specific ways that words are used in Odyssey I. At the heart of the volume is a full-length line-by-line commentary, the first in English since the 1980s and updated to bring the latest scholarship to bear on the text: focusing on philological and linguistic issues, its close engagement with the original Greek yields insights that will be of use to scholars and advanced students as well as to those coming to the text for the first time.

Author : Xander Kirke
Publisher : Springer
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2018-11-02
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783030025328

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Hans Blumenberg by Xander Kirke Pdf

This book investigates the writings of German intellectual historian and philosopher Hans Blumenberg. While Blumenberg was not an explicitly political thinker and remains relatively under-explored in Anglophone academia, this project demonstrates that his work makes a valuable contribution to political science. The author considers the intellectual contributions Blumenberg makes to a variety of themes focusing primarily on myth. Rather than seeing myths in a pejorative sense, as primitive modes of thought that have been overcome, Blumenberg reveals that myths are crucial to dealing with the existential anxieties we face. When we trace his thought as it developed throughout his life, we find a rich source of philosophical insights that could enhance our understandings of politics today.

Author : Madeline Miller
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2012-04-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781408826133

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The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller Pdf

WINNER OF THE ORANGE PRIZE FOR FICTION 2012 Greece in the age of heroes. Patroclus, an awkward young prince, has been exiled to the court of King Peleus and his perfect son Achilles. Despite their differences, Achilles befriends the shamed prince, and as they grow into young men skilled in the arts of war and medicine, their bond blossoms into something deeper - despite the displeasure of Achilles's mother Thetis, a cruel sea goddess. But when word comes that Helen of Sparta has been kidnapped, Achilles must go to war in distant Troy and fulfill his destiny. Torn between love and fear for his friend, Patroclus goes with him, little knowing that the years that follow will test everything they hold dear.

Author : Peter V. Brett
Publisher : Random House Digital, Inc.
Page : 609 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780345503817

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The Desert Spear by Peter V. Brett Pdf

Continues the adventures of reluctant savior Arlen Bales, who wonders at the identity of a spear-wielding figure that emerges from the desert and leads a vast army intent on a holy war against the demons that have forced humankind to seek the refuge of powerful spells.

Author : Robert Brown
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2024-02-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9783385350533

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The Myth of Kirkê. Including a Visit of Odysseus to the Shades. An Homerik Study by Robert Brown Pdf

Reprint of the original, first published in 1883.

Author : Richard Mercer Dorson
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 558 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : History
ISBN : 0415204763

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History of British Folklore by Richard Mercer Dorson Pdf

First published in 1999. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Author : Liv Albert,Thea Engst
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2022-04-12
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781507218006

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Nectar of the Gods by Liv Albert,Thea Engst Pdf

Sip sweet libations worthy of the Gods with these Greek myth–inspired concoctions based on all your favorite Gods and Goddesses. Care for Hestia’s Old Fashioned? Want to fall in love with Eros on the Beach? How about the Bacchic Muddled Maenad sangria, topped with a blood orange; or maybe a Labooze of Heracles—made with plenty of strong whiskey? In Nectar of the Gods, you can sip Greek mythology-themed drinks while you enjoy your favorite ancient tales (or mythological retellings) with this collection of delicious and fun cocktails written by Liv Albert, host of the popular podcast Let’s Talk About Myths, Baby!. Now you can discover new creations along with all your favorites and drink like the God or Goddess you know you are.

Author : Pierre Grimal
Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
Page : 614 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1996-08-27
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0631201025

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The Dictionary of Classical Mythology by Pierre Grimal Pdf

The Dictionary of Classical Mythology is a unique companion to the ancient Greek and Roman myths and legends.

Author : Rosemary Sutcliff
Publisher : Laurel Leaf
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2005-12-13
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9780553494822

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The Wanderings of Odysseus by Rosemary Sutcliff Pdf

For Greek myth fans, those who can’t get enough of the D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, and readers who have aged out of Rick Riordan, this classroom staple and mythology classic is perfect for learning about the ancient myths! King Odysseus and the Greeks have triumphed over the Trojans. At long last, they are able to set sail for home and the loving family Odysseus left behind. But for the heroic king, the return voyage holds hazards far greater than any he faced during the war. Forced by treacherous winds into unknown seas, Odysseus and his crew must face deadly perils: the flesh-eating Cyclops, Circe and her deadly enchantments, and the soul-chilling Land of the Dead and more. Rosemary Sutcliff’s reimagining of the classic epic The Odysseus is woven through with a spectacular cast of men, magicians, and monsters. Odysseus’ harrowing journey home to his family and kingdom tests the limits of his strength, and the power of his will. Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey, is one of the greatest adventure stories of all time and Rosemary Sutcliff stays true to the classic tale and characters in this authentic retelling rich with drama, magic, and heroism. Don’t miss Black Ships Before Troy, the companion to The Wanderings of Odysseus, and follow Odysseus and his crew as they fight in the epic battle against the Trojans.

Author : Judith Yarnall
Publisher : University of Illinois Press
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Circe (Greek mythology) in literature
ISBN : 0252063562

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Transformations of Circe by Judith Yarnall Pdf

Beginning with a detailed study of Homer's balance of negative and positive elements in the Circe-Odysseus myth, Judith Yarnall employs text and illustrations to demonstrate how Homer's Circe is connected with age-old traditions of goddess worship. She then examines how the image of a one-sided "witch," who first appeared in the commentary of Homer's allegorical interpreters, proved remarkably persistent, influencing Virgil and Ovid. Yarnall concludes with a discussion of work by Margaret Atwood and Eudora Welty in which the enchantress at last speaks in her own voice: that of a woman isolated by, but unashamed of, her power.

Author : Luca Giuliani
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-11
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780226025902

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Image and Myth by Luca Giuliani Pdf

On museum visits, we pass by beautiful, well-preserved vases from ancient Greece—but how often do we understand what the images on them depict? In Image and Myth, Luca Giuliani tells the stories behind the pictures, exploring how artists of antiquity had to determine which motifs or historical and mythic events to use to tell an underlying story while also keeping in mind the tastes and expectations of paying clients. Covering the range of Greek style and its growth between the early Archaic and Hellenistic periods, Giuliani describes the intellectual, social, and artistic contexts in which the images were created. He reveals that developments in Greek vase painting were driven as much by the times as they were by tradition—the better-known the story, the less leeway the artists had in interpreting it. As literary culture transformed from an oral tradition, in which stories were always in flux, to the stability of written texts, the images produced by artists eventually became nothing more than illustrations of canonical works. At once a work of cultural and art history, Image and Myth builds a new way of understanding the visual culture of ancient Greece.