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Mythology

Tales' category of mythology contains some of the oldest written texts in history. The mythology books will take you on adventurous journeys through ancient worlds of brave heroes and great gods of the past. Our collection covers myth from all around the world. You can find stories about the Vikings’ Norse gods and sorceresses, but you can also dive into the legendary and heroic tales of Ancient Greece. You can also get wiser on Ancient Egypt and it’s gods and pharaohs. Finally you will find mythology books about Ancient Japan with descriptions of its traditions and customs. Get ready to be inspired by the stories of the past.
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  • by C. J. Vincent
    £15.49

    The winds of change are blowing, and even Hermes must choose a side...The Messenger of the Gods has been a neutral party in the war between the immortal Olympian gods for centuries. Zeus and his brothers on one side; Hera and her sisters on the other... there will be no peace between them while jealousy festers and anger and resentment keep their hold on the hearts of the gods. Hermes has seen it all, and listened, while both parties have ranted and raved about their mistreatment at the hands of the other. But when will it be his turn?The nursery at Olympus has been filling with noise and laughter, but while Hermes' uncles seek their own perfect match, he wallows in denial that the prophecy was even meant for him. How can he truly stay neutral in this war when his heart is pledged to the mortal who would bear his children? It's not fate he's avoiding, it's the knowledge that everything he is will be compromised. It would only take one moment of weakness, and every alliance that he has worked so hard to build will be shattered.Noah isn't a one-night-stand kind of guy, but when it comes to Lukas, he's made a month's worth of exceptions. A triathlete in the depths of competition training, Noah doesn't have time for much more, but there's something about Lukas that makes him want more than what's currently on offer... and frankly, he's tired of waking up alone. All it takes is one moment of strength, one step towards what he wants, and everything will change forever, but Noah has no idea what kind of change is coming, or what it will mean for his future.Swift Wings is book 4 in the New Olympians series. 37,000 words, with a HEA featuring a fiercely independent omega and a flighty alpha-god to claim him.~ NEW OLYMPIANS ~Book 1 ~ Lightning Strikes (ZEUS)Book 2 ~ Rip Tide (POSEIDON)Book 3 ~ By the Book (HADES)Book 4 ~ Swift Wings (HERMES)Book 5 ~ Marble Heart (ARES)FREEBIE ~ Immortal's Wish (Holiday novella)Book 6 ~ Eternal Fire (HEPHAESTUS)Book 7 ~ Phoebus (APOLLO)Book 8 ~ Spark of Romance (EROS)Book 9 ~ Spark of Chaos (Dionysus)Book 10 ~ Spark of Remembrance (BOREAS)

  • by C. J. Vincent
    £15.49

    They think they know me, but none of them do. Not really. On Olympus, Apollo is the master of the healing arts and has always been aloof and untouched by the trials and angst of his fellow Olympians. But has he really removed himself from these yearnings? As Olympus fills with the laughter and love of children, The Lord of Wolves' heart and mind turn back to a time when he did know love-and how he abandoned it to save the life of a mortal. Even the God of Prophecy cannot outrun his destiny. Max Crane is running away from a lot of things, but his memories keep catching up to him. Vegas seems like the best place to start over and forget about the one man who ruined relationships for him forever. Coming face to face with the man who broke his heart is one thing-but discovering the truth about who he is, why he left, and what he could offer is an entirely different story.New Olympians returns with Phoebus ~ a second chance, enemies to lovers romance featuring an alpha god with commitment issues, and a steadfast omega who might not be ready to forgive. ~ THE NEW OLYMPIANS ~Book 1 ~ Lightning Strikes (ZEUS)Book 2 ~ Rip Tide (POSEIDON)Book 3 ~ By the Book (HADES)Book 4 ~ Swift Wings (HERMES)Book 5 ~ Marble Heart (ARES)FREEBIE ~ Immortal's Wish (Holiday novella)Book 6 ~ Eternal Fire (HEPHAESTUS)Book 7 ~ Phoebus (APOLLO)Book 8 ~ Spark of Romance (EROS)Book 9 ~ Spark of Chaos (DIONYSUS)Book 10 ~ Spark of Remembrance (BOREAS)

  • by C. J. Vincent
    £15.49

    Brooke always said that his one true love was the sea... but he never guessed how right he really was.Wild as the seas he ruled, Poseidon was never one to listen when he was told to curb his wild ways. Passionate and untameable, Poseidon's rages were as terrifying as the storms he whipped across the oceans of the world, but when he calmed, there was nothing to match his beauty. When the goddess' rebellion divided the pantheon, Poseidon took refuge in the sea, and spent most of his time away from Olympus so he would not have to face the cruelty of the goddess' betrayal.After centuries of loneliness, Poseidon is once again absent from Olympus and unable to hear his brother's call that the oracle's promise had been fulfilled. But Poseidon has other things on his mind, a Californian surfer named Brooke Hart... and he can't seem to get the memory of the shy blond's eyes out of his head.Brooke is a quintessential California surfer. Blond, tanned, and toned... but he's also incredibly shy and avoids the limelight whenever possible. When one of the brashest, loudest, and cockiest surfers on the beach shows him some attention, it's easier just to run away and take solace in the ocean until one day, his desire to be alone puts him in more danger than he could ever imagine, and his rescuer is none other than the Surf God he'd tried so hard to avoid. What he doesn't know, is that Patrick is an actual god, and he must make a choice between his lonely life, or an option that seems too incredible to believe.Rip Tide is book 2 in the New Olympians series. 32,000 words, with a HEA featuring a shy, loveable omega an alpha-god to claim him. ~ NEW OLYMPIANS ~Book 1 ~ Lightning Strikes (ZEUS)Book 2 ~ Rip Tide (POSEIDON)Book 3 ~ By the Book (HADES)Book 4 ~ Swift Wings (HERMES)Book 5 ~ Marble Heart (ARES)FREEBIE ~ Immortal's Wish (Holiday novella)Book 6 ~ Eternal Fire (HEPHAESTUS)Book 7 ~ Phoebus (APOLLO)Book 8 ~ Spark of Romance (EROS)Book 9 ~ Spark of Chaos (Dionysus)Book 10 ~ Spark of Remembrance (BOREAS)

  • by C. J. Vincent
    £15.49

    It's lonely at the top of Olympus Hot-headed Zeus used to be King of the Gods. He did what he wanted, when he wanted, and no one, not even his wife, Hera, could keep him under control. His passions were legendary, and no mortal could resist his advances. He and his brothers ran wild on Earth. Bedding and breeding countless mortals until the jealous goddess' rebelled and cursed their wayward husbands. After centuries of anger, the brothers have finally deciphered the promise of an ancient oracle that will change their lonely existence forever, and usher in an age of New Olympians. Cameron was a theatre student, sure, he's been around the block before, but no one had ever caught his eye like Zachary. The muscles, the beard, the tattoos... he was everything that Cameron should have known to run far away from, but there was an electricity between them, something he couldn't explain... what he doesn't know is that Zachary isn't everything he says he is, and there's more at stake than just some Friday night hookup. Cameron's demand for truth and honesty in a relationship could spell the end of his dreams, or carry the promise of something beyond anything he could ever have imagined. Lightning Strikes is book 1 in the New Olympians series. This novella is 32,000 words, with an HEA featuring an independent omega with big dreams and an alpha-god to claim him. This book features themes of male pregnancy/MPREG and is suitable for readers over the age of 18 only. **Meet the New Olympians**~ NEW OLYMPIANS ~Book 1 ~ Lightning Strikes (ZEUS)Book 2 ~ Rip Tide (POSEIDON)Book 3 ~ By the Book (HADES)Book 4 ~ Swift Wings (HERMES)Book 5 ~ Marble Heart (ARES)FREEBIE ~ Immortal's Wish (Holiday novella)Book 6 ~ Eternal Fire (HEPHAESTUS)Book 7 ~ Phoebus (APOLLO)Book 8 ~ Spark of Romance (EROS)Book 9 ~ Spark of Chaos (Dionysus)Book 10 ~ Spark of Remembrance (BOREAS)

  • by Maxime Dupetitmagneux
    £13.99

    Les Contes de l'Arbrocristal ont été écrits sans programme, en état de connexion à cet arbre mystérieux dont les mémoires ressemblent étrangement à notre monde. Ces histoires, simples en apparence, jouent avec la complexité de notre présent pour ouvrir de nouveaux futurs, où l'insouciance n'est troublée que par les échos lointains des choix que nous faisons. Invitations à la méditation, à la rêverie, ces contes possèdent un charme au parfum toujours renouvelé, comme celui de la forêt qui change au fil des saisons.

  • by Malak Achahbar
    £15.99

    À la suite de la perte d¿un être cher, Phoenix, un jeune garçon, se voit offrir un mystérieux coffre en bois par un étrange personnage. À l¿intérieur de cette malle, il s¿embarque dans un voyage extraordinaire vers un lieu inconnu. Là-bas, il découvre la douleur, mais aussi la sagesse cachée derrière chaque épreuve. Accompagné par Phos, une petite fille, et guidé par trois anges énigmatiques, Phoenix plonge dans une quête à la recherche des secrets de la santé, de la vérité de l¿Univers, et bien plus encore¿

  • by Thomas Crofton Croker
    £31.99

    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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

  • by Johann Heinrich Just Köppen
    £31.99 - 40.49

    Dieses Buch enthält eine detaillierte Analyse von Homers literarischen Werken und bietet erweiterte Bewertungen, die zeigen, wie dies auf die moderne Welt übertragbar ist. Ein echtes Meisterwerk der Homer-Interpretation.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.

  •  
    £27.99

    For over a century, the Journal of American Folklore has been the go-to publication for anyone interested in the rich and varied traditions of American folklore. With articles covering everything from music and dance to food and folk art, this journal is a treasure trove of insights into the cultural heritage of the United States. Whether you are a scholar or simply a lover of folklore, the Journal of American Folklore is an essential read.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.

  • by F Nork
    £29.99 - 38.49

    Ein umfassendes Werk über die Götterlehre aller Völker, das den Leser in die mythologischen Welten der Antike, des Orients, der Nordischen Länder und der Neuen Welt einführt. Es ist ein Standardwerk auf dem Gebiet der Mythologie und gibt ein umfassendes Bild über die verschiedenen Glaubensvorstellungen der Menschheit.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.

  • by Léon Legras
    £21.99

    Une analyse complète de l'oeuvre Thébaïde de Stace et de son importance dans la poésie latine, par le célèbre spécialiste Léon Legras.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.

  • by Charles Montgomery Skinner
    £21.99

    Originally published in 1899, this classic work provides a fascinating glimpse into the folk traditions and mythology of the peoples of Puerto Rico, Cuba, and the Philippines, all of which were newly acquired territories of the United States at the time of publication. With detailed descriptions of traditional beliefs, customs, and rituals, as well as colorful retellings of indigenous myths and legends, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Americas.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.

  • by Victor Chauvin
    £26.99

    Ce livre est une bibliographie détaillée des livres arabes ou relatifs aux Arabes publiés en Europe chrétienne entre 1810 et 1885. Les volumes 7 à 9 regroupent diverses oeuvres importantes, notamment des traités et des romans. C'est un livre incontournable pour quiconque s'intéresse à la culture arabe et à son impact sur l'Europe chrétienne au cours de cette période.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.

  • by François-Marie Luzel
    £21.99

    Ce livre est une collection de légendes chrétiennes recueillies par le célèbre folkloriste breton, François-Marie Luzel. Les histoires sont basées sur des traditions orales locales et offrent un aperçu fascinant de la vie des Bretons au XIXe siècle. Vous découvrirez les légendes de saints, de dragons et d'autres créatures fantastiques qui peuplent la mythologie bretonne.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.

  • - Altes Und Neues
    by Karl Knortz
    £19.99 - 28.99

    Eine Sammlung von Geschichten und Überlieferungen aus verschiedenen amerikanischen Kulturen. Karl Knortz beschreibt in diesem Buch die verschiedenen Bräuche, Religionen und Alltagssituationen von Ureinwohnern und Einwanderern.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.

  • - Avec Notes and Index
    by Léon Pineau
    £26.99

    Explorez le riche folklore de la région du Poitou en France avec cette collection d'histoires et de légendes. Illustré avec des images d'époque et complété par des notes et un index pratiques, ce livre est un trésor pour ceux qui recherchent une compréhension plus profonde de la culture française.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.

  • - Origines Et Croyances
    by André Lefèvre
    £20.99

    Ce livre explore les origines et les croyances des Germains et des Slaves. Il examine comment ces cultures ont évolué au fil du temps, ainsi que les contributions qu'elles ont apportées à la civilisation occidentale.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.

  • by Alexandre Daguet
    £21.99

    Dans ce livre, Alexandre Daguet, un historien suisse, recueille et interprète un certain nombre de légendes et de traditions orales de la région suisse romande. Les histoires couvrent une variété de sujets, allant de la mythologie et de la religion à la vie quotidienne et à la nature. Ce livre est à la fois une ressource pour les historiens et un fascinant recueil de contes folkloriques suisses.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.

  • - Und Einigen Andern, Besonders Den Angrenzenden Gegenden Norddeutschlands, Erster Theil
    by Adalbert Kuhn
    £22.99 - 31.99

    Dies ist ein Buch über alte Geschichten und Gebräuche aus Westfalen und angrenzenden norddeutschen Gebieten. Es enthält Geschichten, die von einer vergangenen Zeit erzählen, als die Menschen noch eng mit der Natur verbunden waren. Es ist ein faszinierendes Werk voller Legenden und Überlieferungen, das sowohl unterhaltsam als auch informativ ist.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.

  • - Eine Begründung in Der Deutschen Mythe, Seine Idee Und Die Ursprünglichen Rübezahlmärchen
    by Ludwig Friedrich Richter
    £19.99 - 28.99

    Dieses Buch bietet einen fundierten Überblick über die Figur des Rübezahl in der deutschen Folklore und untersucht seine Bedeutung innerhalb der nationalen Identität. Ludwig Friedrich Richter geht auf die verschiedenen Rübezahlmärchen ein und bietet einen umfassenden Einblick in die Mythen und Legenden, die sich um diesen Charakter ranken.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.

  • - Journal of the Chicago Folk-Lore Society; Volume 1
    by Fletcher S Bassett
    £19.99

    This journal, edited by Fletcher S. Bassett, collects the folklore and traditions of the Chicago area from the early 20th century. Written in an engaging style, this journal is a fascinating glimpse into the folk beliefs and practices of a bygone era.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.

  • by Michael Enk Von Der Burg
    £19.99 - 28.99

    In diesem Buch beschäftigt sich der Autor Michael Enk von der Burg mit den archaischen griechischen Gottheiten Hermes und Sophrosyne. Er untersucht die Herkunft, die Bedeutung und die späteren Transformationen dieser Gottheiten im Kontext der griechischen Kultur und Religion. Eine faszinierende Lektüre für alle, die an antiken Mythologien interessiert sind.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.

  • by Giuseppe Pitrè
    £15.99

    Giuseppe Pitrè ci offre una raccolta di proverbi siciliani, mettendoli a confronto con quelli degli altri dialetti d'Italia. Un lavoro di grande valore antropologico e linguistico, che ci permette di scoprire l'essenza della cultura popolare dell'Isola e del Paese.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.

  • by Albert Friedrich Theodor Maass
    £13.99 - 25.99

    Eine einzigartige Studie über den Volksglauben in der Region Provence, Frankreich, basierend auf dem berühmten Roman Mirèio von Frédéric Mistral. Der Autor, Albert Friedrich Theodor Maass, untersucht die verschiedenen traditionellen Überzeugungen und Bräuche und bietet faszinierende Einblicke in die Kultur dieser einzigartigen Region.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.

  • by Max Buch
    £15.99 - 26.99

    Dieses Buch erzählt die Geschichte der Wotjäken, eines fernen Volkes aus dem Norden. Es beschreibt ihre Lebensweise, ihre Traditionen und ihre Kultur und bietet einen faszinierenden Einblick in eine für uns fremde Welt.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.

  • by Julia Mills
    £10.99

    Bubble, bubble, who the hell asked for a bubble?We're off to the Swamp, a nasty hex to tromp.Wanda the wand is rarin' to scoot, and the crazy Wolf is a root-a-toot-toot. (Sorry, rhyming's not my thing. Talk to Daisy. She's the danged poet.)Grab your boots, your magic, and a big can of bug spray, I'mma need all the help I can get to keep this evil at bay.The Dragonettes are out like a light with no little Prince Charmings in sight.Yes, there'll be Gators, but no worries, they've all been fed. Even that nasty little redhead,Nannette and her crazy brother, Ted.P.S. If you see Dash, tell him to get his Slothy butt to the Swamp!

  • by Zelia Nuttall
    £12.99

    In this pioneering study of ancient Mesoamerican religion and culture, Nuttall reconstructs the complex Penitential Rite of the Mexica people, the pre-Columbian predecessors of the Aztecs. Through her meticulous analysis of surviving texts and artifacts, Nuttall decodes the intricate symbolism and ritual of this little-known but fascinating ceremony. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of indigenous Mesoamerica.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.

  • by Eduard Lübbert
    £12.99 - 24.99

    Dieses Buch ist eine umfassende Darstellung des Lebens und Werks von Pindar, einem der wichtigsten Dichter der Antike. Der Autor führt den Leser durch Pindars Gedichte und analysiert ihre Themen und Stilelemente. Dabei geht er auch auf die historischen und kulturellen Zusammenhänge ein, in denen Pindar gelebt hat.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.

  • by Thomas S Sozinskey
    £17.99

    For centuries, doctors have used a variety of symbols and metaphors to communicate complex medical concepts to their patients. In this intriguing volume, Dr. Sozinskey explores the history and meaning behind these symbols and reveals the fascinating connections between medicine, art, and culture. With its engaging prose and richly-illustrated pages, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of medicine and the humanities.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.

  • by Johann August Ernst Köhler
    £28.99 - 36.49

    Dieses Buch erzählt Geschichten aus dem Leben der Menschen im Voigtlande, einschließlich ihres Volksglaubens, Brauchtums und anderer Überlieferungen. Eine detaillierte Darstellung, die den Leser in die alte Welt des Voigtlandes zurückversetzt.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.

Mythology
Mythology is the foundation of many of today's stories, take for example the stories of King Arthur and Merlin, a well-known story that goes back to the celtic mythologies. It has fascinated many writers all around the world and with good reason. Myths take you on fascinating and sometimes even magical journeys and into the ancient worlds of the past. The mythologies build on folklore and you can learn a lot about the ancient lifestyles by reading mythology books. The themes in mythologies are often built around honor and bravery, but the tales also have their own universal moral message. 

Norse mythology books
In the Nordic countries we have a long and proud history of folk tales and some of them can be traced all the way back to the Middle Ages and even before that, to what we describe as the Norse period, where all the Scandinavian countries were connected as one and not divided into nations. The North was instead formed by many smaller societies, who lived comparatively insulated and connected to nature. Such a life could be hard and created fertile soil for folklore and the belief in supernatural creatures, which are found in many folk tales. Most of the tales were part of an oral tradition and were often handed down through many generations. The mythology tales were first written down and converted into mythology books many years after they were told for the first time. 
We cannot mention the Norse period without the Vikings. Vikings are known all over the world for their strength, ships and sometimes brutal conquests, but the Vikings were defined by so much more than that. They had for example a vivid and intriguing tradition for mythology. To the Vikings they were so much more than myths, it was their religion. The Norse religion referred to as Asatru consists of multiple gods, goddresses, brave heroes and volvas, which were strong female sorcerers and fortune tellers. If you want to find your way to get started in Nordic mythology you can find a good description and overview in Penguin Book of Norse myths - Gods of the Vikings

Greek mythology books
Some of the greatest and most famous myths are found in Ancient Greece. You might have heard about the gods Zeus and Prometheus, the goddesses Athena and Aphrodite, and the heroes Hercules and Achilles? They are just a few of the unique figures of Ancient Greek mythology. They are found in some of the greatest classics of world literature; the Iliad and the Odyssey written by Homer. At Tales you can get them as mythology books in their traditional verse form, but we would also recommend you to take a look at Stephen Fry’s interpretations of the classical tales. Fry takes the timeless classics into modern times by rewriting the mythologies in a modern, easy understandable english, but he still keeps the essence of the Ancient mythologies. You can find Stephen Fry’s Heroes and Mythos in our selection of mythological books. 

Egyptian mythology books
Another world of mythologies is found in Ancient Egypt. Here we come across Ancient gods and goddesses with faces formed as animals. One of the central gods in Egyptian mythology is the sun god Ra. Ra was the incarnation of the sun, which was the foundation of life. In Egyptian mythology we also find mummies. Mummies were the deceased faraos, who were embalmed and covered in gaze to restore them for the afterlife. The god Osiris would then help them on their way through the afterlife. The mummies were placed in their own pyramid, who would show the greatness of the faraos for the times to come. The pyramids still stand in Egypt and show the history of the past. Among our egyptian mythology books you find the book Egyptian Mythology, which has collected all the fascinating tales of Ancient Egypt and all its gods, goddesses and legendary creatures. 

Japanese mythology books 
You can also find japanese mythology books in Tales’ selection. The japanese myths are little known to people, but contain many amazing stories. You can for example find the story behind the samurais, an Ancient collection of warriors in the japanese armies. A samurai had to live up to certain virtues in order to keep his status. A samurai should both be loyal and have a high level of endurance, modesty, and honor. You could learn a lot about a country from its mythology, because it is the foundation of the country’s culture, although a lot of changes have found place since then. If you aren’t familiar with japanese mythology, we recommend you to read the Handbook of Japanese Mythology among our collection of japanese mythology books. 

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