World Myths And Legends

Author : Kathy Ceceri
Publisher : Nomad Press
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2010-03-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781619300545

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World Myths and Legends by Kathy Ceceri Pdf

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 : Lonely Planet Kids,Alli Brydon
Publisher : Lonely Planet
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781788686532

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Myths and Legends of the World by Lonely Planet Kids,Alli Brydon Pdf

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 : Sandy Shepherd
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 54,8 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 : John Moore Wickersham
Publisher : MacMillan Reference Library
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 0028654390

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Myths and Legends of the World by John Moore Wickersham Pdf

Presents alphabetically arranged, cross-referenced entries on the mythology of cultures around the world, including entries on specific myths and legends and their themes, overviews of larger subjects, informational sidebars, maps and charts, and color photos and illustrations. This volume covers "Acastus" through "Coriolanus."

Author : Anonim
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 0756622239

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The Illustrated Book of Myths by Anonim Pdf

A collection of myths from many cultures.

Author : James Hayward
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2011-11-08
Category : History
ISBN : 9780752476308

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Myths and Legends of the First World War by James Hayward Pdf

During the First World War, a rich crop of legends sprouted from the battlefields and grew with such ferocity that many still excite controversy today. This book is the first to examine the roots of those stories and reveal the truth. Some myths remain well-known. Did an entire battalion of the Norfolk Regiment vanish without trace at Gallipoli in 1915? Did thousands of Russian troops actually pass through England with snow on their boots? In 1914, an acute spy mania gripped the British public, who imagined that the country was brimming with German spies. Xenophobia, denunciations and attacks on dachshunds were rampant. Amazingly, there was even talk of enemy aircraft dropping poisoned sweets to kill British children. Myths such as the Angel of Mons and the Comrade in White were more innocent creations. With no radio or television, rumours of disaster were rife, and the apparition of mystical guardian spirits gave hope to the civilian population at home. Other stories, such as the so-called Crucified Canadian, and the existence of a gruesome German corpse rendering factory, were more sinister. Yet in an age of new and startling technologies such as poison gas, submarine warfare and the tank, such tales appeared believable. Using a wide range of contemporary sources, James Hayward traces the story of each myth and examines the likely explanation. Supported by a selection of rare photographs and illustrations, the result is a refreshingly different perspective on the common ‘mud and trenches’ view of the First World War, shedding fascinating new light on many curious and unexplained wartime tales.

Author : Donna Rosenberg
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 556 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 084425780X

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Folklore, Myths, and Legends by Donna Rosenberg Pdf

Covers folklore, myths and legends in Africa, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, and the Far East.

Author : Kenneth McLeish
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 736 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Goddesses
ISBN : 074753019X

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Myth by Kenneth McLeish Pdf

More than 2500 detailed entries provide a comprehensive insight into mythology, one of the most influential strands of social and literary history. Drawn from every continent, from the Americas and the Middle East to Europe and Asia, the origins and historical significance of central figures and legends are examined, and recurring motifs traced throughout the ages and around the world.

Author : J.K. Jackson
Publisher : Flame Tree 451
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0857758497

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Myths & Legends by J.K. Jackson Pdf

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 : Anita Nair
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2017-11-28
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9788184759105

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The Puffin Book of World Myhts and Legends by Anita Nair Pdf

Timeless stories told anew Find out how the world was created, why the sun and the moon never meet each other though they live in the same sky, how clouds appeared to save mankind from the sun's scorching rays and why living creatures shed tears when they are in pain. Retold by bestselling author Anita Nair, these magical stories from all over the world come alive with a freshness and exuberance that is sure to delight and captivate readers of all ages.

Author : Veronica Ions
Publisher : Bounty Books
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Hindu mythology
ISBN : 0753709481

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Indian Mythology by Veronica Ions Pdf

Author : Anthony S. Mercatante,James R. Dow
Publisher : Facts on File
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 0816073112

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The Facts on File Encyclopedia of World Mythology and Legend by Anthony S. Mercatante,James R. Dow Pdf

Provides an extensive survey of myths, legends, and folklore. Explores the folkways and beliefs of ancient, medieval, and modern cultures from around the world.

Author : Philip Wilkinson
Publisher : DK Children
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Mythology
ISBN : 0756620171

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Illustrated Dictionary of Mythology by Philip Wilkinson Pdf

Identifies key gods, goddesses, heroes, heroines, themes, and symbols from the mythologies of the world.

Author : Sandy Shepherd
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Mythology
ISBN : 0864387024

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Myths and Legends from Around the World by Sandy Shepherd Pdf

Author : David Bellingham,Clio Whittaker,John Grant
Publisher : Grange Books
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Mythology, Greek
ISBN : 1856279154

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Myths and Legends by David Bellingham,Clio Whittaker,John Grant Pdf

A fresh look at the best-loved and most exciting stories that make up the rich body of Viking, Greek and Oriental mythology. Part One introduces the heroes and heroines of the Viking world, Part Two covers the legends of ancient Greece and Part Three deals with the mythology of China, India, and Japan. Full-color and b/w photos and illustrations. A compelling and magical read!