Selected Myths

Author : Plato,
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2009-02-26
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780199552559

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Selected Myths by Plato, Pdf

This volume brings together ten of the most celebrated Platonic myths, from eight of Plato's dialogues ranging from the early Protagoras and Gorgias to the late Timaeus and Critias. They include the famous myth of the cave from Republic as well as 'The Judgement of Souls' and 'The Birth of Love'. Each myth is a self-contained story, prefaced by a short explanatory note, while the introduction considers Plato's use of myth and imagery.

Author : Ingri d'Aulaire,Edgar Parin d'Aulaire
Publisher : Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-28
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781524770648

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D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths by Ingri d'Aulaire,Edgar Parin d'Aulaire Pdf

"I doubt I would have grown up to be the writer and artist I became had I not fallen in love with D’Aulaire’s Book of Greek Myths at the age of seven."—R. J. Palacio, author of Wonder Kids can lose themselves in a world of myth and magic while learning important cultural history in this beloved classic collection of Greek mythology. Now updated with a new cover and an afterword featuring never-before-published drawings from the sketchbook of Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire, plus an essay about their life and work and photos from the family achive. In print for over fifty years, D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths has introduced generations to Greek mythology—and continues to enthrall young readers. Here are the greats of ancient Greece—gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters—as freshly described in words and pictures as if they were alive today. No other volume of Greek mythology has inspired as many young readers as this timeless classic. Both adults and children alike will find this book a treasure for years to come.

Author : John Ruskin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 494 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1894
Category : Hufford, Lois Grosvenor
ISBN : UVA:X030592635

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Essays and Letters Selected from the Writings of John Ruskin by John Ruskin Pdf

Author : Scott O. Lilienfeld,Steven Jay Lynn,John Ruscio,Barry L. Beyerstein
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 358 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2011-09-15
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781444360745

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50 Great Myths of Popular Psychology by Scott O. Lilienfeld,Steven Jay Lynn,John Ruscio,Barry L. Beyerstein Pdf

50 Great Myths of Popular Psychology uses popular myths as a vehicle for helping students and laypersons to distinguish science from pseudoscience. Uses common myths as a vehicle for exploring how to distinguish factual from fictional claims in popular psychology Explores topics that readers will relate to, but often misunderstand, such as 'opposites attract', 'people use only 10% of their brains', and 'handwriting reveals your personality' Provides a 'mythbusting kit' for evaluating folk psychology claims in everyday life Teaches essential critical thinking skills through detailed discussions of each myth Includes over 200 additional psychological myths for readers to explore Contains an Appendix of useful Web Sites for examining psychological myths Features a postscript of remarkable psychological findings that sound like myths but that are true Engaging and accessible writing style that appeals to students and lay readers alike

Author : M. Harmes,H. Huijser,P. Danaher,Mahbub Ul Haq
Publisher : Springer
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2015-01-27
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781137476982

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Myths in Education, Learning and Teaching by M. Harmes,H. Huijser,P. Danaher,Mahbub Ul Haq Pdf

This collection brings together international scholars to interrogate a range of educational practices, procedures and policies, around the organizing principle that 'myths' often require critical scrutiny. Engaging with key themes in contemporary global education, the contributors challenge and address educational myths and their consequences.

Author : Eric A. Kimmel
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2008-02-05
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781416915348

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The McElderry Book of Greek Myths by Eric A. Kimmel Pdf

A retelling of some classic Greek myths for younger readers.

Author : Roland Barthes
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2013-03-12
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9780809071944

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Mythologies by Roland Barthes Pdf

"This new edition of MYTHOLOGIES is the first complete, authoritative English version of the French classic, Roland Barthes's most emblematic work"--

Author : Kevin Schilbrack
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2003-09-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781134523214

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Thinking Through Myths by Kevin Schilbrack Pdf

Eight outstanding essays, from leading academics, deconstruct perennial problems of rationality, imagination and narrative to trace the influence of myth in our own beliefs, origins, and potential futures. Thinking Through Myths attempts to reconcile the opposed claims of pragmatism and beauty, calling for the acknowledgement of myths in everyday experience.

Author : Robert Pavlis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2017-01-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1542465222

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Garden Myths by Robert Pavlis Pdf

Garden Myths examines over 120 horticultural urban legends. Turning wisdom on its head, Robert Pavlis dives deep into traditional garden advice and debunks the myths and misconceptions that abound. He asks critical questions and uses science-based information to understand plants and their environment. Armed with the truth, Robert then turns this knowledge into easy-to-follow advice. - Is fall the best time to clean the garden? - Do bloom boosters work?- Will citronella plants reduce mosquitoes in the garden?- Do pine needles acidify soil?- Should tomatoes be suckered?- Should trees be staked at planting time? - Can burlap keep your trees warm in winter?- Will a pebble tray increase humidity for houseplants? "Garden Myths is a must-read for anyone who wants to use environmentally sound practices. This fascinating and informative book will help you understand plants better, reduce unnecessary work, convince you to buy fewer products and help you enjoy gardening more."

Author : Doug Sylvester
Publisher : Rainbow Horizons Publishing
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1998-01-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781553196686

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Myths From Around The World Gr. 4-6 by Doug Sylvester Pdf

Students will be taken on an adventure through the world of mythology. They will discover many different types of myths and learn about the cultures that created them. An introduction to Greek, Roman, Norse, and Native North American myths are presented in a very structured format. A “Major Project" allows the students to demonstrate further knowledge of myths by completing a series of activities. Optional lessons allow the students to further thematic connections, identify practical applications, and to simply have fun. A sampling of myths is used in conjunction with the unit to supplement the lesson plan. This Folktales lesson provides a teacher and student section with a variety of reading passages, creative writing activities, crossword, word search and answer key to create a well-rounded lesson plan.

Author : Jane Arcger
Publisher : Taylor Trade Publishing
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2000-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780585319780

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Texas Indian Myths & Legends by Jane Arcger Pdf

Step into a colorful pageantry of the powerful people who once ruled and still influence the great state of Texas. From the Caddo in the Piney Woods, the Lipan Apache in the Southwest, the Wichita at the Red River, and the Comanche across the Great Plains to the Alabama-Coushatta in the Big Thicket, five nations come alive through myth and history in Jane Archer's vividly written book about the first Texans.

Author : Gérard Bouchard
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2013-05-02
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136221095

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National Myths by Gérard Bouchard Pdf

National myths are now seriously questioned in a number of societies. In the West, for instance, a number of factors have combined to destabilise the symbolic foundation of nations and collective identities. As a result, the diagnosis of a deep cultural crisis has become commonplace. Indeed, who today has not heard about the erosion of common values or the undermining of social cohesion? But to efficiently address this issue, do we know enough about the nature and role of myths in modern and postmodern societies? Against this background, National Myths: Constructed Pasts, Contested Presents relies on a sample of nations from around the world and seeks to highlight the functioning of national myths, both as representations that make sense of a collectivity, and as socially grounded tools used in a web of power relations. The collection draws together contributions from international experts to examine the present state of national myths, and their fate in today’s rapidly-changing society. Can – or must – nations do without the sort of overarching symbolic configurations that national myths provide? If so, how to rethink the fabrics and the future of our societies? This book will appeal to students and scholars interested in sociology, national, identity and memory studies, myths, shared beliefs, or collective imaginaries.

Author : Robin Brockman
Publisher : Arcturus Publishing
Page : 455 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2000-12-06
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781848374362

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Myths and Legends from Around the World by Robin Brockman Pdf

Myths and Legends from Around the World brings you some of the most influential stories ever told. Encompassing the vast range of human experience, they perhaps tell us all we need to know about ourselves. The tales are drawn from many different literary and cultural traditions - from Scandinavia, the Americas, Japan, Africa, and Europe - and are re-told with the modern reader in mind. Within these pages you will find the passions, the sacrifices, the dilemmas, the tribulations, the humour, the deeds of heroism and evil, which make up the rich pattern of life. You will meet true heroes (Beowulf, Roland) great chivalric lovers (Black Colin, Gawain), spiritual saviours (Countess Cathleen, Miao Shan), errant Gods (Thor, Zeus), temptresses (Tlazolteotl), icons of patience (Hercules) and victors of the sex wars (Goroba Dike and Mamadi). Illustrated throughout, Myths and Legends from Around the World takes you to the sources of inspiration for generations of storytellers.

Author : Sandy Shepherd
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Legends
ISBN : 0237516845

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Myths and Legends from Around the World by Sandy Shepherd Pdf

Myths and Legends from Around the World brings together more than 50 vividly illustrated stories from many countries. It goes back in time to Ancient Greece and Rome with tales of gods, goddesses, heroes, demons, dragons and tricksters.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Otto Harrassowitz Verlag
Page : 660 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Gaṇeśa (Hindu deity)
ISBN : 3447036478

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Gaṇeśapurāṇa: Upāsanākhaṇḍa by Anonim Pdf