Mythology

The Little Mermaid meets Loki in this dark, twisted retelling that's anything but a Fairy Tale. In this world, foes look like friends, the heroes are deliciously wicked, and you'll never see the end coming.Ten years ago, I 'died', and it was the best thing that ever happened to me.I should have known it wouldn't last.Once my family thought I was dead I was finally free to live. Until the day my brother walks into my tiny bookshop.No one leaves the Grayling pack and gets away with it. They drag me back, but not for the reason I believe.My mother has made an enemy of a powerful witchand I am to take the punishment meant for her. Death would have been kinder.This curse? What I am now? It's so much worse than I could have imagined. She didn't just cut me off from my wolf, or even simply kill me. She made me a golden retriever and sent me to a shelter. I'm ready to die in truth now, I'm hoping for it even. And then my mate walks in...but how am I supposed to convince him I'm the strong partner he needs to help him stop the end of the world when I can't stop wagging my freaking tail?

A tale of two mothers, each desperate to protect her child. But only one of them can succeed. And only one of them knows why.---The Bone Roots is a slavic-folklore inspired fantasy that explores how far a mother will go to protect her child…It’s been 40 years since the Fox took Kada’s brother. Though she ran and kept herself hidden, she fears it may be stalking her again, this time to steal her daughter.Every year, Vedma Kada gives thanks to the bone roots – those that belong to the child-bearing tree who gave Kada her desperately-wanted baby, Secha. Kada lives her life in service of the bone roots and the goddess Zemya, but they cannot keep her daughter safe. Not when Secha’s emerging powers, both mysterious and brutish, threaten to out her for who she truly is…Meanwhile Sladyana, a rich noblewoman, has spent the last fifteen years searching for her missing daughter, Luba. She was snatched from their home by the Fox thief and Sladyana has heard nothing from her since. But the one who gave Sladyana her daughter has come within her grasp once again, and so has the secret of her daughter’s fate.File Under: Fantasy [ Tree of Life |  Mother Issues | Out Foxed | Unravelling Secrets ]

Bluebeard gets a feminist Gothic makeover in this subversive take on the famous French fairy tale—from the acclaimed director of The Love Witch, and for fans of Jane Eyre

The Witch Garden is more than just your average, typical back garden - it's more like a large and diverse, self-contained magical ecosystem.

How had I let myself, god of love, fall so hard for another being? I knew the power of love, its consequences, and now I was my own victim.¿¿After a painful separation, Callie and Archer deserve a relaxing reunion. Instead, they're on the run from Zeus, forced into hiding with their extended family, and dealing with a slew of problems. As if Lucien's recent prophecy of doom and betrayal isn't puzzling enough, Callie's illness comes with even more unbelievable powers.Hindered by her traumatic past, Athena goes on a self-appointed quest for the one god who can save them. From the warm waters of the Caribbean to the cold mountain peaks of Iceland, the gods uncover shuddering truths they can hardly bear. Can they meet their fate head-on, knowing lives could be lost?In this reinvention of Cupid and Psyche, experience an electrifying series where familial and romantic bonds are at war, and knowledge could mean the end of everything...or a new beginning.Authors 4 Authors Content RatingThis title has been rated 17+, appropriate for older teens and adults, and contains:Frequent implied sexGraphic violenceStrong languageDeath of a childDeath of a parentFor more information on our rating system, please, visit Authors4AuthorsPublishing.com/books/ratings

There is everything you need to know about them in an easy-to-read and accessible way making it of special interest to Hindus and those from other religions and nations, and even those who are agnostic or atheistic.

Three things I was sure of:First, I was not a Hero.Second, magic still existed.And third, I was willing to walk through the Gates of Hell for my friends.For years, Chloe has hidden from the shadows of her past, trying to escape its haunting. That is all about to change when she discovers a note taped to her front door inviting her to join The Raven Society.Thousands of years ago, the Raven Society was created to protect, maintain, and preserve history deemed too dangerous for society. Their priceless secret? The Book of the Veiled. Its discovery could open Pandora's box of consequences, for whoever holds it can rewrite history and change the course of the future.And it has been stolen.The Raven Society's search for the book must survive the Gates of the Otherworld, betrayals, deception, and deadly motivations. But, in the end, they will realize that myths and fables aren't just bedtime stories but stories of forgotten lives that have been driven into the shadows.How far into the darkness would you be willing to travel to discover the truth?

An origin story in the style of Maleficent for fans Madeline Miller and Natalie Haynes

The first lavishly illustrated collection of famous and forgotten Welsh folk tales created for children

Un marionnettiste en manque d¿attention crée des pantins, animant leurs corps et illuminant leurs yeux. Ces derniers étant très beaux, il a l¿idée de monter une troupe. Alors, il écrit des pièces qüil leur fait jouer chaque soir sur scène. Cependant, une règle dominait dans cette troupe : pas de relations en dehors de celles des scénarios écrits pour le spectacle. Pourtant, Ourella, poupée fétiche du théâtre, s¿éprend de Lâme, le petit soldat maladroit qui vient d¿arriver.Comment s¿aimer lorsque les c¿urs sont enfermés dans une prison de bois ? Les deux amants pourront-ils se libérer des fils qui les rattachent à leur maître ?

In den letzten Jahren entstand ein neues Cicerobild, das Cicero als akademischen Philosophen wieder ernst nimmt. Davon ausgehend wird in Studien zu seinem Werk und seiner Wirkung gezeigt, wie der römische Philosoph in seinen Dialogen eine innovative Art skeptischen Philosophierens entwickelt. Cicero transferiert die griechische Philosophie nicht nur in die römische Lebenswelt, sondern transformiert sie durch die probabilistische Methode seines Philosophierens auch in philosophisch relevanter Weise. Mit dieser Transformation versetzt Cicero seine Leser in die Lage, eigenständig nach Lösungen der in Rede stehenden philosophischen Probleme zu suchen. Cicero leistet so einen wesentlichen Beitrag zur Veränderung von Philosophie und Wissenschaft. Denn seine Erneuerung des philosophischen Diskurses verliert im Laufe der Zeit nicht an Bedeutung. Mit ihrem Potenzial zur Entwicklung eigenständigen Denkens und von Selbstkritik scheinen Ciceros Denkanstöße in einer von mangelnder Reflexion und Hassrede geprägten Gegenwart vielmehr aktueller denn je zu sein.

Explore the roots of Viking culture and traditions as you embark on a Norse mythology, mysticism, and magic journey. How did the universe come into being?Was it a creation of a God that shaped the cosmos in a matter of days?Or was it the slaying of a giant at the hands of three brothers that gave rise to everything we know?That last question might seem odd, but it forms the very foundation of one of the richest and most fascinating religions that flourished in Europe during the Early Middle Ages.Very different from monotheistic religions and prominent in the Scandinavian regions, Norse Paganism was a collection of customs, beliefs, and sagas that defined the Viking way of life - full of magic, mysticism, and an ever-expanding mythos. Today, however, you'd recognize the elements of Norse Paganism populating the fabric of pop culture - in historical TV shows, superhero movies, video games, and even novels - retelling the sagas of gods such as Odin, Thor, Loki, and more.But Norse Paganism packs more within its intricate layers of stories and cultural practices - it is a melting pot of high values, interwoven with nature and a true sense of freedom.Sounds interesting? If you want to explore this fascinating pantheon and perhaps become a Norse Pagan yourself, you're at the right place. In this beginner-friendly guide to understanding the Norse faith, you will discover:A detailed guide to what it takes to be a Norse Paganist - explore the world of Norse traditions, beliefs, mystical practices, and more A brief history and the origin of the Nordic Pagan practices - unravel the rise and fall of the Viking people as you trace their history and explore their unusual traditionsA thrilling dive into Norse cosmology - follow in the footsteps of Odin and see how the universe, the nine realms, and the world tree came into beingNorse Sagas at your fingertips - travel with Thor, revel in the beauty of Freya, and play tricks with Loki as you explore a plethora of fascinating gods and goddessesElves, dwarves, trolls, giants, and many magical creatures and monsters in a comprehensive Norse bestiary Runic Magic 101 - uncover the magic and mysticism of ancient runic symbolsThe cycle of birth and death and how it shaped the Viking cultureHow to practice your beliefs while living in modern times - discover a complete framework to becoming a Norse Pagan And much more.All this is just the tip of the iceberg. Within the Norse traditions, you'll find a more profound and meaningful way to live your life. Its refreshing and liberating ways allow you to unlock your spiritual, physical, material, and emotional potential.So, what are you waiting for?The world of Norse Paganism awaits you - Start Reading right now.

A Box of Monkeys - and other farce-comedies is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1891.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.

"Seit der Zeit jagt Peter Muggel noch oft auf seinem dreibeinigen Schimmel in der Nacht durch das Dorf Gieselrade mit furchtbarem Gerassel und Getöse. Er reitet dann zu einem großen Teiche in der Nähe des Dorfes und schwemmt da sein Pferd und kehrt ebenso wieder nach seinem Schlupfwinkel zurück. Jedermann muss sich hüten, ihm zu begegnen." Mündlich überlieferte Erzählungen über Räuber und Prinzessinnen, Seefahrtabenteuer und Schlachten zwischen Grafen und Herzogen -all diese hoch- und plattdeutschen Sagen und Märchen spiegeln die Mentalität der Bevölkerung Schleswig-Holsteins des 19. Jahrhunderts wieder. Durch ihre Regionalität vermitteln sie Jung und Alt einen Bezug zu ihrer Heimat. Diese Ausgabe ist liebevoll illustriert. Der deutsche Autor und Wissenschaftler Karl Müllenhoff (1818-1884) schrieb die Schleswig-Holsteinischen Sagen und Märchen 1845 in einem gesammelten Werk nieder. Besonders machen sie auch die plattdeutschen Passagen. Da die Originalsammlung seit Jahrzenten verschwunden war, machte es sich der deutsche Sprachforscher Otto Mensing (1868-1939) zur Aufgabe, die klassischen Erzählungen erneut zusammen zu stellen.

Depuis 1870, une légende parcourt l'Auvergne. On raconte que les nuits où s'installe un épais brouillard, on entend les hurlements d'une meute de loups à travers les collines. On y a vu des cercles lumineux colorés danser au-dessus d'un puits naturel que les Auvergnats appellent « Le puits aux Fadarelles ». Lors de ces nuits lugubres, les voyageurs à pied évitent de parcourir les chemins...

They call him Marrex the Monster.Deformed and wretched, Captain Marrex roams the black of space with only a pair of eccentric AIs for company. The curse in his DNA means a long, bitterly lonely life for the Ghelyxian, and it's a fate Marrex knows he can't change.After a long sleep in stasis, Juniper Bo wakes to discover he's an unwelcome guest aboard Captain Marrex's ship. Though he tries to stay away from the surly Ghelyxian, he just doesn't get why the curse is such a big deal-then again, Juniper knows his tastes are rather… unusual for a Human.When friendship blooms between Marrex and Juniper, they realize they face a future that neither could have predicted in their wildest dreams.

What would you do if, suddenly, you lost everyone you loved only to be given an extraordinary opportunity to help the most powerful magician in the land? Would you step up? Would you be willing to help Merddyn Emrys flee with the most legendary child in history? Well now you can join Bronwyn on the quest of a lifetime!At last, the untold told story of the life of the courageous young woman who was chosen by her cousin Myrddin Emrys, to be wet nurse and surrogate mother to the infant Arthur Pendragon is told.When you meet her in the first book of the saga, Bronwyn begins her recollection and recounting of her life's adventures. In her own words, she recalls her brief sojourn as wife, widow and grieving parent. When her cousin Emrys comes to ask her aid, she finds a second chance at love, parenthood and a purposeful life as the keeper of the Once and Future King of Briton.A different perspective on an ancient tale This is the story of a woman's (womyn's) journey through a life filled with all the emotions known to womankind. Travel with her as she enters her own chrysalis to activate her metamorphosis into someone, something that she never dreamed existed or, in her most secret of hearts never dreamed she could be. You are invited to come with Bronwyn on her journey that unfolds to become her quest for Self. See through her eyes and grow with her as she lives through her personal labyrinth of trials, heartbreak and betrayal to emerge with her as she finds her ultimate joy. Stand tall beside her when she triumphantly emerges into her own power and light. Meet Bronwyn Elizabeth Graham and begin the quest in Book One of the Bronwyn Graham Saga, From Tintagel.