Tales And Legends Of The Devil

Author : Claude Lecouteux,Corinne Lecouteux
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2023-08-29
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781644116869

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Tales and Legends of the Devil by Claude Lecouteux,Corinne Lecouteux Pdf

Explores the many forms and abilities of the devil in stories from around the world • Draws on folk traditions from all over Europe, including Transylvanian Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Switzerland, Italy, France, Scandinavia, and the Baltic countries • Traces the devil’s shapeshifting powers back to their Vedic origins in ancient India and looks at his connections with witches and storm magic • Reveals how many of the qualities and magical powers attributed to the devil were once those belonging to pagan gods The devil has many more guises than the cliché red boogeyman named Lucifer or Satan who haunts Christianity. In some traditions the devil is sinister and cunning, while others portray him as an oaf who can easily be conned and evaded by anyone with an ounce of cleverness. In other tales and legends, he is the primal shapeshifter, and the Roma, also known as the gypsies, claimed his talents of metamorphosis were so strong he could even assume the appearance of a priest. Drawing on folk traditions from all over Europe, including Transylvanian Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Switzerland, Italy, France, Scandinavia, Moravia, Bohemia, Lapland, and the Baltic countries, Claude and Corinne Lecouteux explore the many forms and abilities of the devil in stories, tales, and legends throughout the ages. They trace the devil’s shapeshifting powers back to their Vedic origins in ancient India and look at his connections with witches, storm magic, and other magical events. They examine the symbolic implications of the appearance of the devil in these tales, such as how he is often either limping or disfigured with the legs or feet of a goat or other animal traditionally linked to the lower powers or passions. They explain how the devil’s limp or his goat-like feet reflect the prevalence in world mythology of the sacred nature of crippling injuries. Peeling back the Christian veneer embedded in many tales and legends about the so-called Evil One, the authors ultimately reveal how many of the qualities and magical powers attributed to the devil were once those belonging to pagan gods, like the Lithuanian thunder god Perkūnas or the Titan Chronos, as well as to playful woodland spirits and the sometimes helpful, sometimes fearful fauns and satyrs of Greco-Roman mythology.

Author : Maximilian Rudwin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0875482481

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The Devil in Legend and Literature by Maximilian Rudwin Pdf

Author : Geoffrey Girard
Publisher : B B& A Publishers
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Devil
ISBN : 0975441922

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Tales of the Jersey Devil by Geoffrey Girard Pdf

The legend of the mysterious and terrifying Jersey Devil, and the many stories surrounding this truly unique American myth are not to be missed or forgotten. Collected here, are thirteen chilling tales of a creature that has terrorized and captivated the mysterious New Jersey Pine Barrens for more than two hundred years. From the creature's birth in 1735 to a modern-day Jersey Devil hunt, dare to follow this monster and those who have faced its terror through more than two hundred years of American history, folklore, and horror.

Author : Trinka Hakes Noble
Publisher : Sleeping Bear Press
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781627530408

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The Legend of the Jersey Devil by Trinka Hakes Noble Pdf

The Pine Barrens region in New Jersey has long been a place of mystery, with its dark pine groves, black swamps, and dank bogs, oftentimes shrouded in mist and fog. Reputed to be haunted by spirits, it’s an unsettling place to be sure. But of all the mysterious happenings and sights to be found in the Pine Barrens, there is none so intriguing as the Jersey Devil. Since its first reported sighting in 1735, local lore has it that a “devil-like” creature with the head of a horse, the wings of a bat, and the hooves of a goat has menaced townspeople, frightened livestock, and caused all manner of trouble over the years. Is the Jersey Devil real? Award-winning author Trinka Hakes Noble weaves a spellbinding tale about the origins of the legend of the Jersey Devil. Atmospheric illustrations by artist Gerald Kelley bring the tale to spooky life.

Author : Brothers Grimm
Publisher : Lindhardt og Ringhof
Page : 4 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788726590197

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The Peasant and the Devil by Brothers Grimm Pdf

If there was someone to trick the Devil himself, you would not expect it to be a hard-working peasant, right? Well Brothers Grimm surprise us yet again with a folktale about an unreasonable agreement between a devil and a peasant. You may know who will have the last laugh, but do you actually? Children and adults alike, immerse yourselves into Grimm’s world of folktales and legends! Come, discover the little-known tales and treasured classics in this collection of 210 fairy tales. Brothers Grimm are probably the best-known storytellers in the world. Some of their most popular fairy tales are "Cinderella", "Beauty and the Beast" and "Little Red Riding Hood" and there is hardly anybody who has not grown up with the adventures of Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel and Snow White. Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm’s exceptional literature legacy consists of recorded German and European folktales and legends. Their collections have been translated into all European languages in their lifetime and into every living language today.

Author : Maximilian Josef Rudwin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1970
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : UOM:39015000665763

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The Devil in Legend and Literature by Maximilian Josef Rudwin Pdf

Author : Maximilian J. Rudwin
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2018-03-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781773562209

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Devil Stories: An Anthology by Maximilian J. Rudwin Pdf

A collection of stories that circle around various beliefs of the enemy of God and the Christian church, the Devil. While most of us have some preconceived notions about who and what the Devil does, these stories will help to give you a fresh outlook on the topic of the Lord of Lies. Although written in a fictional way, these stories still hold some relevant points about the person of the Devil and will help us to look at the topic differently for our own study.

Author : Virginia Frazer Boyle
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1021862983

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Devil Tales by Virginia Frazer Boyle Pdf

Experience the chilling and unforgettable tales of the Devil with this fascinating literary work. Virginia Frazer Boyle excavates the earliest appearances of the devil in literature, myth, and folklore, and in doing so awakens long-dormant superstitions. This book will appeal to anyone with a love of darkness, magic, and the supernatural. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Katherine Langrish
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1911122045

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Seven Miles of Steel Thistles by Katherine Langrish Pdf

Author : Various
Publisher : Library of Alexandria
Page : 347 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781465524485

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Devil Stories: An Anthology by Various Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 9780618117543

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Noah and the Devil by Anonim Pdf

A retelling of the story of Noah's ark, embellished with elements from Romanian folklore, including how the devil sneaked aboard, the reason Noah threw a cat overboard, and the role of a snake in saving the ark. In this Romanian folk version of the Noah story, getting the animals to march, two by two, onto the ark is the easy part. It's Noah's stubborn wife who insists that she's staying on dry land. Frustrated, Noah finally declares, "Oh, you devil, come in!" and not only persuades his wife but also gives the Devil himself the invitation he needed to come aboard.

Author : Stephen Vincent Benet,Stephen Vincent Benét
Publisher : Dramatists Play Service Inc
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1943-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0822203030

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The Devil and Daniel Webster by Stephen Vincent Benet,Stephen Vincent Benét Pdf

THE STORY: Jabez Stone, young farmer, has just been married, and the guests are dancing at his wedding. But Jabez carries a burden, for he knows that, having sold his soul to the Devil, he must, on the stroke of midnight, deliver it up to him. Shortly before twelve Mr. Scratch, lawyer, enters and the company is thunderstruck. Jabez bids his guests begone; he has made his bargain and will pay the price. His bride, however, stands by him, and so will Daniel Webster, who has come for the festivities. Webster takes the case. But Scratch is a lawyer himself and out-argues the statesman. Webster demands a jury of real Americans, living or dead. Very well, agrees the Devil, he shall have them, and ghosts appear. Webster thunders, but to no avail, and at last realizing Scratch can better him on technical grounds, he changes his tactics and appeals to the ghostly jury, men who have retained some love of country. Rising to the height of his powers, Webster performs the miracle of winning a verdict of Not Guilty.

Author : Brothers Grimm
Publisher : Lindhardt og Ringhof
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2020-11-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788726590845

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The Devil and His Grandmother by Brothers Grimm Pdf

The soldiers in our story were not happy with the payment they received from the king so they deserted. Suddenly a flying dragon showed up from nowhere. He was actually the Devil himself. He was not going to kill them. Instead he offered them service for seven years. In return they were going to receive a lot of money. There was however a catch. Their souls were going to remain in the Devil’s hands unless they could solve his riddle. Will they succeed or it is absolutely meaningless to compete with the Devil? Children and adults alike, immerse yourselves into Grimm’s world of folktales and legends! Come, discover the little-known tales and treasured classics in this collection of 210 fairy tales. Brothers Grimm are probably the best-known storytellers in the world. Some of their most popular fairy tales are "Cinderella", "Beauty and the Beast" and "Little Red Riding Hood" and there is hardly anybody who has not grown up with the adventures of Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel and Snow White. Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm’s exceptional literature legacy consists of recorded German and European folktales and legends. Their collections have been translated into all European languages in their lifetime and into every living language today.

Author : James F. McCloy,Ray Miller
Publisher : B B& A Publishers
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : History
ISBN : 0912608951

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Phantom of the Pines by James F. McCloy,Ray Miller Pdf

Emitting shrill cries and leaving its footprints in mud and snow, it has roamed the Pine Barrons of South Jersey for almost three hundred years. It is usually said to resemble a composite of several different animals, but it walks upright and us believed to be the child of a human mother.What is this mysterious creature? The Jersey Devil, of course! More than twenty years after their first book about the Jersey Devil was published, James McCloy and Ray Miller, Jr.'s, new research into this phenomenon continues to intrigue readers. Does the Jersey Devil actually exist? Or is it simply a hoax? Open Phantom of the Pines--if you dare--and decide for yourself.

Author : J L Jaroslavs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2020-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798667312420

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Slavic Soul Myths and Legends by J L Jaroslavs Pdf

What distinguishes "Slavic Mythology" from other books of this type available is the user-friendly language of the stories presented, devoid of scientific, often difficult to understand terms. This publication is a collection of fictional stories illustrating the content of Slavic myths, but all the cultural and historical components of the texts contained therein - the names of deities and demons, their attributes and behavior - are consistent with scientific knowledge. In conjunction with an attractive and transparent form of narration, this makes this book attractive not only to researchers of the history of the Slavs, but also fans of fantasy literature, computer games and all activities that reconstruct the past.The book contains over 30 legends, tales and myths from Polish, Czech and Russian Ukrainian Slovak mythology.Based on the beliefs of the Slavs.