The Serpent And The Swan

Author : Boria Sax
Publisher : Univ. of Tennessee Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0939923688

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The Serpent and the Swan by Boria Sax Pdf

The Serpent and the Swan is a history and analysis of animal bride tales from antiquity to the present. The animal bride tale, the author argues, is an enduring expression of humankind's need to remain close to and a part of nature. Boria Sax traces the idea of the animal bride through history by drawing upon legends and literary works from throughout the world. He pays particular attention to Eurasian sources which support his thesis that the animal bride theme originated among the serpent cults of Mesopotamia and southeastern Europe. Through time, the details of the animal bride theme changed as a result of mankind's changing perceptions of the natural world. In general, this study is an account of myths and beliefs that have surrounded animals--and women--during the rise of modern humankind. The Serpent and the Swan identifies and explains images of the animal bride that pervade, enliven, and enrich our culture. The bride becomes Eve taking an apple from the serpent, Medea casting spells, Cinderella riding to the royal ball in a pumpkin coach, and the Little Mermaid rising from the waves. The Author: Boria Sax, who holds a doctorate in German and intellectual history, is the author of The Frog King and The Parliament of Animals, among other books.

Author : Ashland Pym
Publisher : Night Sea Press
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781736319017

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The Serpent and the Swan by Ashland Pym Pdf

Cygna is the king’s fairy get, born with a swan wing in place of an arm. Something monstrous to hide away. But when a monster from the Underworld appears, they’re all too happy to sacrifice her life for theirs. The kingdom is withering into a wasteland and the Lindworm is making its march of destruction toward the castle. And at her coming of age, Cygna is forced from hiding and into the private war between king and queen. Born to unconventional parentage, she is stuck between two worlds and a threat to anyone who won’t suffer an inhuman girl’s ascent to power. She has been told that something monstrous lurks inside her so many times that even she is starting to believe it. To prove her worth and her loyalty, she must travel into other worlds and fairy courts to challenge the Lindworm. But even she knows she’s been sent to her death to save a kingdom that doesn’t even want her. Fans of Susanna Clarke and Erin Morgenstern will enjoy this original dark fairy tale, inspired by Scandinavian folklore and the darkest tales of the Brothers Grimm. Updated for the modern reader, this novella is for those who want a princess who finds her strength and saves herself.

Author : A R Shanks
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2019-11-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1704833922

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The Swan, The Serpent, and The Raven by A R Shanks Pdf

Based on Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake. Snow is a Swan. Although, for some reason, he can think and talk like a human. With no idea who he is or where he comes from, Snow wonders if he really is a swan at all. One day, while exploring the river valley, Snow meets a water nymph called Marine. Distraught over the loss of her mother's magical pearls, she inlists Snow to help her retrieve them from a dangerous shapeshifter. In exchange for his help, she grants Snow the ability to temporarily become a human boy. But there's a catch. He can only change once a day and only from noon until midnight. Hidden somewhere in the town by the river, the shapeshifter seems to have a far more sinister goal in mind. A goal that has something to do with an old legend about a demonic serpent imprisoned inside of a clocktower. Along the way, Snow is aided by Hero, a ballerina intent on learning witchcraft so that she may dance on water.

Author : Gottfried Wilhelm Locher
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 135 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1932
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789004596054

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The Serpent in Kwakiutl Religion by Gottfried Wilhelm Locher Pdf

Author : Nicholas de Vere
Publisher : Book Tree
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1585091316

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The Dragon Legacy by Nicholas de Vere Pdf

A collection of essays on the Deresthai culture with accompanying extracts from the Dragon Court archives comprising the official history of the Dragon peoples.

Author : René Guénon
Publisher : Sophia Perennis
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0900588071

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The Great Triad by René Guénon Pdf

Centered on Taoism, this text is also characteristically rich in illuminating cross-references to other traditions. The ternary in question - Heaven, Earth, and Human - is an inescapable feature of all spirituality; it possesses the possibility of functioning as an initiatory means of support for inner realization.

Author : Charlotte Mary Yonge
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1116 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1863
Category : Names, Personal
ISBN : CORNELL:31924098821733

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History of Christian Names by Charlotte Mary Yonge Pdf

Author : Keith Robert Binney
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 612 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Horsemen and horsewomen
ISBN : 064644865X

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Horsemen of the First Frontier (1788-1900) and the Serpent's Legacy by Keith Robert Binney Pdf

An economic and social history of early New South Wales, told through the life stories of pioneer 19th century horsemen. Traces the origin and development of the horse in Australia and a special tribute to Australia's internationally acclaimed thoroughbred expert C. Bruce Lowe.

Author : Stephen Larsen
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1996-03-01
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781620550939

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The Mythic Imagination by Stephen Larsen Pdf

Mythology is the universal tongue of human imagination. As a tool for self-discovery, mythology is also a way of gaining access to the secrets of the psyche. The Mythic Imagination is a quest for the ancient source of vision and meaning in the world of dream, myth, and archetype. In the footsteps of Joseph Campbell, Stephen Larsen guides the reader on a journey through the mythic landscape of the psyche. His insight is that all of us, at one time or another, are engaged in creating personal mythologies that reflect the larger myths of the culture and our own deepest desires and aspirations. This book is a guide for bringing the deeper mythic structures of experience into awareness, for learning to recognize the archetypal content embedded in our dreams and daydreams, feelings, beliefs, relationships, conscious creations, and behavior. Student and authorized biographer of Joseph Campbell, Larsen teaches us how to bring myth into our lives. Reissue of the Bantam bestseller.

Author : Jerome Clark
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2005-06-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781576074312

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Unnatural Phenomena by Jerome Clark Pdf

Organized geographically, Unnatural Phenomena: A Guide to the Bizarre Wonders of North America explores the history of natural phenomena in virtually every U.S. state. Can the sky quake? Can sand play music? Have UFOs been sighted in your town? Unnatural Phenomena crosses the centuries and travels America to chronicle the strangest natural phenomena, the most bizarre scientific findings, and events from history that defy rational explanation. Conveniently organized by region, state, and locality, this one-volume, illustrated encyclopedia maps a landscape straight out of The Twilight Zone. From apparitions in the sky to inhuman skeletons rising from the earth—and everything in between—Jerome Clark, expert on strange phenomena and author of ABC-CLIO's Extraordinary Encounters: An Encyclopedia of Extraterrestrials and Otherworldly Beings, sifts through the legends, the hoaxes, and the science. Authoritatively researched, the entries in Unnatural Phenomena will expand the most skeptical reader's sense of the possible. The truth is out there ... the evidence is in here.

Author : Caroline Stevermer
Publisher : Open Road Media
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2022-03-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781504074032

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The Serpent's Egg by Caroline Stevermer Pdf

“A rousing tale of courtly intrigues and chivalrous honor” from the author of The Glass Magician (Charles de Lint, award-winning writer). Just as hard-fought peace has come to the land of Staunton, war hero Sir Anthony Folville lies dead—but not due to his battle wounds. He has been poisoned by the medic treating him, a man supposedly paid by Queen Andred’s heir to perform this dastardly act. Now, with the prince imprisoned and accused of murder, his allies join forces to prove his innocence, including the fiancée of Sir Anthony and the royal scholar Chrysafer. They have reason to suspect the Duke of Tilbury is behind the plot—and that the queen is his next target. As spies listen in the shadows and swords clash, there is one weapon that will sway events in the traitorous duke’s favor: a legendary serpent’s egg with clairvoyant powers. And only Chrysafer is able to sense its magic—and stop the carnage to come . . . “To know this book is to love it passionately. I want to live in it. I want to exchange banter with witty ne’er do wells, be boon companion to noble-hearted yet practical ladies, aid a nerdy librarian with her magic, and incidentally save the kingdom. Here is true magic.” —Ellen Kushner, World Fantasy Award–winning author “I really enjoyed reading The Serpent’s Egg, and delighted in the unusual characterizations and plot.” —Anne McCaffrey, New York Times–bestselling author of the Dragonriders of Pern series “Sparkling characters, humor, and lots of action . . . A very talented writer!” —R.A. MacAvoy, John W. Campbell Award–winning author of Lens of the World

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 772 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1869
Category : Early English newspapers
ISBN : PSU:000068791377

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The Gentleman's Magazine by Anonim Pdf

The "Gentleman's magazine" section is a digest of selections from the weekly press; the "(Trader's) monthly intelligencer" section consists of news (foreign and domestic), vital statistics, a register of the month's new publications, and a calendar of forthcoming trade fairs.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 796 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1869
Category : Early English newspapers
ISBN : NYPL:33433081675021

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Gentleman's Magazine and Historical Review by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 770 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1869
Category : Electronic
ISBN : IND:30000080774999

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The Gentleman's Magazine and Historical Review by Anonim Pdf

Author : J. E. Cirlot
Publisher : Open Road Media
Page : 700 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2023-07-11
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781504085656

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A Dictionary of Symbols by J. E. Cirlot Pdf

This classic encyclopedia of symbols by the renowned Spanish poet illuminates the imagery of myth, modern psychology, literature, and art. J. E. Cirlot’s A Dictionary of Symbols is a feat of scholarship, an act of the imagination, and a tool for contemplation, as well as a work of literature—a reference book that is as indispensable as it is brilliant and learned. Cirlot was a composer, poet, critic, and champion of modern art whose interest in surrealism helped introduce him to the study of symbolism. This volume explores the space between the world at large and the world within, where nothing is meaningless, and everything is in some way related to something else. Running from “abandonment” to “zone” by way of “flute” and “whip,” spanning the cultures of the world, and including a wealth of visual images to further bring the reality of the symbol home, A Dictionary of Symbols is a luminous and illuminating investigation of the works of eternity in time.