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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 Evie Woods
    £8.99

  • by Sidney Lanier
    £35.49

    Poems of Sidney Lanier is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1897.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.

  • by Virginia F. Boyle
    £22.99

    Brokenburne - A southern auntie's war tale is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1897.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.

  • - As retold by Jean Pagano As illustrated by Erin Bauman Chesher
    by Jean Pagano
    £9.49

    Mythology is made up of the stories passed from person to person, generation to generation. Jean Pagano is one of the storytellers who brings those myths to today's world. His passion for spirituality shines brilliantly, and his desire to share that gift with others is apparent in his writing. This story gives him the opportunity to help introduce Baltic mythology to children of all ages.This book tells the myth of Ausriné, the morning star, and the role she plays at dawn each day. It blends the cycle of the natural world with mythology of the Baltic people in a way that encourages you to learn more about both. As a parent, Pagan children's books are often hard to come by so I'm excited to share this story with my children. Review by Amber Doty

  • by Jason Dodd
    £12.99 - 20.49

  • by Thomas B. Mosher
    £41.99

    The Bibelot - A Reprint of Poetry and Prose for Book Lovers - Volume III is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1897.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.

  • by Sarah Clegg
    £11.49

  • by Carsten Kiehne
    £27.99

    Im 16.ten Jahrhundert lebte ein Arzt, der seiner Zeit weit voraus war, weshalb man ihm nachsagte, ein Alchemist, Magier oder Wunderheiler zu sein: Paracelsus. Er studierte die Schul- und Volksmedizin, forschte in Sachen Heilkraft des Glaubens, der Hermetischen Gesetze und hinterließ in den Geschichten, die er selbst von seinen unzähligen Reisen durch Europa berichtete und die andere über ihn erzählten, eine Anleitung der Geistheilung, wie sie aktueller nicht sein könnte. Das war dann eben auch der Grund, weshalb ich als Sagen- und Märchenerzähler auf Paracelsus aufmerksam geworden bin, soll er sich doch selbst u.a. als Geschichtenerzähler, als Barde verstanden haben. Es heißt, er hätte die Kranken vom Sterbebett gezerrt, nicht um sie in ein Krankenhaus zu schleifen, sondern mit den Totkranken in die Kneipe zu gehen. Dort ließ er auftafeln, ausschenken und erzählte das Wunderbarste und Sonderlichste von seinen langen, abenteuerlichen Reisen. Wenn dann die Augen des Kranken aufleuchteten, gab es noch Hoffnung auf Heilung!Seine Gedanken und Anregungen, die man beinahe als Meditationsanleitungen verstehen könnte, sind nach 500 Jahren noch immer bahnbrechend. Sie helfen in verhaltensoriginellen Zeiten, ganzheitlich gesund, wohlgelaunt und verliebt in diese verrückte Welt zu bleiben. Um dich in die Welt von Paracelsus mitzunehmen, war Sagenhafter Harz auf seinen Spuren unterwegs und besuchte all seine wichtigsten Lebensstationen, die in dem Werk allesamt bebildert mit aufgeführt sind!

  • by Arun Kumara Khanda
    £16.99

    Maya Unveiled: Journey from Illusion to RealityEmbark on a mesmerizing odyssey through "Maya Unveiled," a transformative exploration that transcends the veils of illusion shaping our lives.Unveiling Deception: Awaken to the profound realization that our world is intricately woven with illusions. Peel back the layers obscuring reality and embrace a newfound awareness.Origins of Maya: Delve deep into the intricate veil of perception, tracing the roots of Maya from the rich tapestry of Hinduism to Jainism. Unravel the influential power of thoughts and beliefs that shape our understanding of the world.Challenge of Time: Dissect the illusions of time-past, present, and future. Learn to break free from the constraining grasp of time, discovering a timeless perspective on existence.Relationship Realities: Navigate the intricate web of relationships, exposing the illusions of love and connection. Discover the authenticity that lies beyond the masks we wear, forging genuine and meaningful connections.Redefining Success: Escape the traps of external validation and perfection. Redefine success in the face of Maya, discovering a path that resonates with your true essence and aligns with your authentic self.Discovering True Self: Unravel the ego's deceptive narratives and embark on a journey within. Explore the depths of your being to find the true self, untouched by the illusions of Maya.Spirituality and Maya: Explore the intricate interplay between Maya and spirituality. Navigate spiritual illusions and integrate timeless wisdom into your everyday life, fostering a harmonious connection between the material and spiritual realms.Awakening Process: Embark on the final leg of your transformative journey, unraveling the awakening process. Engage in practical techniques to dissolve the illusions of Maya, embracing the profound reality that lies beyond the veil."Maya Unveiled" is more than a book; it's a guide to self-discovery, offering profound insights and practical wisdom to navigate the illusions that define our existence. Each exploration brings you closer to a reality untouched by illusion, inviting you to experience a transformative awakening. Are you prepared to unveil the truth hidden behind the Maya? Your journey to self-discovery and authenticity awaits!

  • by Marcel Schwob
    £13.99

    " ... À quoi bon secouer davantage la poussière des vieux documents : vous trouverez (si le c¿ur vous en dit) toutes ces choses, et d'autres encore, dans le savant recueil du baron de la Flotte publié à Paris chez Dentu en 1860. Nil novo sub soli.En ce menu aide-mémoire, j'ai tâché de vous rappeler par les meilleurs exemples quelques notions que vous possédez tous, d'ailleurs, mais qui pourront peut-être servir aux débutants. Fallait-il puiser dans l'antiquité? Dieu merci, nous sommes au vingtième siècle, et l'enseignement moderne a fait justice de tous ces radotages de cuistres. J'ai cru devoir prendre, au contraire, et sans hésiter, dans le vaste arsenal de la presse contemporaine, pour faire une ¿uvre qui soit bien de notre temps. L'avenir est, comme on dit, aux leçons de choses. Apprendre à se servir du Larousse, du Musée de la Conversation ; s'exercer rapidement à une facture souple et agréable ; s'assimiler superficiellement les notions nouvelles, pour les exposer de même: à cela doit se borner votre ambition. Chacun de ces courts chapitres a été rédigé pour vous y aider. N'oubliez pas que vous êtes devenus les instructeurs du peuple..."

  • by Marcel Schwob
    £13.99

    Le Roi au masque d'or est un recueil de contes fantastiques écrit par Marcel Schwob et publié en 1892. Dans la première nouvelle, Le roi au masque d'or, le monarque et ses sujets, les femmes, les bouffons et les prêtres, portent tous un masque, selon l'ordre instauré par les rois ancestraux. Ainsi, personne à la cour du roi n'a jamais vu de visage humain, en particulier personne n'a vu celui du roi. Un jour, un mendiant aveugle se présente, qui dit au roi qu'il ne connaît pas ses sujets, et qu'il ne se connaît pas lui-même. Il décide alors de faire tomber les masques ; il découvre alors qu'il est lépreux, et que ses ancêtres ont ordonné le port du masque pour cacher ce mal dont ils souffraient aussi.

  • by Marcel Schwob
    £12.99

    Publié pour la première fois en 1894 et remanié en 1903, Le Livre de Monelle est un petit ouvrage littéraire, à la croisée du conte romantique et du poème en prose. Il constitue un véritable petit chef d'¿uvre, le genre de petit livre (à peine plus de 100 pages) que l'on parcourt les yeux écarquillés, en s'étonnant à chaque page de l'¿uvre étrange et fascinante que l'on est en train de lire...

  • by Marcel Schwob
    £11.49

    Peu avant la 5ème croisade de 1219, des milliers de jeunes pèlerins allemands et français partent pour la Terre Sainte. Ils seront, pour la plupart, massacrés avant de pouvoir embarquer. Ce récit relate cet événement de point de vue des huit personnes suivantes : un clerc misérable (Goliard), un lépreux, le pape Innocent III, trois petits enfants, un autre clerc (François Longuejoue), Kalandar (le mendiant), la petite Allys et le pape Grégoire IX.

  • by Viktor Kulas
    £9.99

    Presque tout le monde connaît aujourd'hui des noms comme Thor et Loki dans les films, les bandes dessinées et autres médias, mais d'où viennent-ils ?C'est précisément l'objet de ce livre. Vous vous plongerez pour un temps dans les origines de ces noms célèbres - dans la mythologie nordique. Non seulement vous pourrez vous faire une idée des sources scientifiques et, le cas échéant, faire des recherches plus approfondies que celles qui sont présentées ici, mais vous vous promènerez également pendant un court laps de temps dans le monde mythologique créé avant l'ère chrétienne. Vous découvrirez non seulement ses habitants, comme les Ases, et des créatures célèbres comme le Serpent de Midgard, mais aussi certains éléments et mythes centraux qui ont façonné ce monde et qui ont été racontés pendant des générations. Osez vous confronter aux différents mondes de cette ancienne mythologie, reliés par le grand arbre du monde.

  • by Viktor Kulas
    £9.99

    A casi todo el mundo le suenan nombres como Thor y Loki de las películas, los cómics y otros rincones del mundo mediático actual, pero ¿de dónde vienen?Eso es exactamente lo que trata este libro. Te sumergirás durante un rato en los orígenes de estos nombres tan familiares: en la mitología nórdica. No sólo podrás obtener una visión general de las fuentes eruditas y, si es necesario, investigarlas con más detalle tú mismo después, tal y como se exponen las cosas aquí, sino que también deambularás durante un rato por el mundo mitológico que se creó en la época precristiana. No sólo conocerás a sus habitantes, como los Aesir y seres notables como la Serpiente de Midgard, sino también algunos de los elementos centrales y mitos que dan forma a este mundo y que se han contado durante generaciones. Atrévete con los distintos mundos de esta antigua mitología que estaban conectados por el gran Árbol del Mundo.

  • by Count Fathom
    £11.99

    Experience the classic fairy tales like never before...This collection of dark fairy tales is a retelling of our classic stories through a scratched and warped modern lens. These timeless tales have been rewritten for adults, those not apt to crack under a little immoral hammering.The characters we cherish break free of the wooden, restrictive personalities imposed on them by our puritanical age. Meet them now, as they are unshackled from their ethical chains.Jack and the BeanstalkRed Riding HoodBo PeepRumpelstiltzkinThe Three Little PigsMomotaroCinderellaPuss in BootsThe Frog PrinceGoats GruffHansel and GretelThe Pied PiperHold on while the rhythmic pulse of madness threatens to capsize your rudderless moral vessel. From melodic rhyme, to a prose frenetic and intense, each story is crafted to linger in the mind like a haunting lullaby. This collection is not for the faint of heart. Our once-familiar tales have been filtered for those who crave the thrill of the forbidden. The time has come to amplify their sound. The aural fabric of the fairy tales will echo for a new generation.Buy for a grimdark ride through a collection of twisted fairy tales for adults. Scroll up and order today!

  • by Zen Garcia
    £29.99

  • by Anodea Judith
    £20.49

    Return Home to the GoddessThe Goddess is essential to the heart of all existence. To meet her is to love her and to be embraced by her love in return. Feel her essence and dance her into the wild and free expression of the life force she is. Through the Goddess, you will connect to magic and mystery, engage with love and beauty, and ground yourself in the sacred wholeness of nature. Her feminine face will enchant you, peeking out through history and myth and through contemporary stories from women and men who have encountered her as Anodea Judith and our sacred storytellers share their experiences of the Goddess, including: · a daughter who knows herself to be a holy, sacred woman· a woman who found hope through Quan Yin's medicine of compassion · a woman who received a new Reiki lineage from the Goddess Kali-Maa · a woman who found her feminine soul through her awakened womb· a man who knows Gaea as an immense, loving, living being To learn about the Goddess is to explore a necessary part of ourselves and a missing part of our world. Embody who you are in her diverse aspects as Maiden, Mother, Crone, and Queen. Understand at a deeper level the mythic stories of Demeter, Athena, Lakshmi, Isis, Blodeuwedd, and many others, and learn how they relate to you today. Practice Goddess blessings, meditations, and perform her rituals to come back home to the Goddess once again. GODDESS will help you reclaim your sacred feminine in all her myriad forms!GODDESS: Blessed Reunions with the Feminine Face of the Divine is part of Common Sentience, an uncommon book series that brings the mystical into the mainstream by sharing spiritual wisdom and true, personal stories of the Divine experiences many are having. Look for other books in this exciting series at https://sacredstories.com.

  • by Gralok Loptsson
    £11.49

    This book serves as a portal to ancient secrets and shadowed truths, reviving the olden myths that have danced on the edges of understanding. In its pages lie a confluence of the revered and the revolutionary, revealing Loki not just as a figure etched into the annals of time but as a vibrant catalyst of change and reflection in our modern lives. Written by Gralok with contributions by the Cult of Loki, the verses and chants contained within are a tribute to the spirit of Loki, echoing the reverberations of ancient Norse myths and sagas while forging connections with the burgeoning revelations of today. These writings, which have been written over almost two decades, are not mere words, but incantations that speak to all Heathens, awakening the threads of defiance, metamorphosis, and deep spiritual connection.As a compilation, it is a celebration of the undying essence of Loki, illuminating the pathways through strife, toward understanding, and across the boundless landscapes of lore. Loki emerges from these pages not merely as a deity of old but as an enduring presence that defies and defines transformation.**Note: This tome, though small in stature (4x6"), is immense in spirit. It is designed for the seeker on the move, ready to accompany you on your journey, to be delved into beneath the wide skies or consulted in the hush of still night. Compact yet potent, it is destined to be a constant companion in the pocket or pouch of the wandering soul.Hail Loki!Library of Congress Control Number: 2023921944

  • by Katherine Genet
    £18.49

    The ancient path twists and turns. In Wilde Grove, the initiation continues and those following the ancient path in and out of the Wildwood have much to learn. And come to terms with. Erin feels like a changed woman, but still there is more for her to do. The ancestors are never far from us, and sometimes they need healing as much as we do. It isn't only Erin who discovers this fact, but Winsome and Morghan must struggle with the consequences of not only their own actions, but the actions of those who lived and died in Wilde Grove before their own time. But wild magic has many secrets - and many gifts, for those who would learn its ways.

  • by Joseph Jacobs
    £22.49 - 25.99

  • by Mari Silva
    £22.99

    Explore las vibrantes culturas mágicas populares y su historia, tradiciones y creencias.¿Alguna vez ha sentido curiosidad por los distintos rituales y tradiciones mágicas que se practican en diferentes partes del mundo?¿Alguna vez se ha sentido confundido acerca de la diferencia entre la magia Wicca y el paganismo nórdico? ¿Es su objetivo aprender rituales y prácticas mágicas tal y como se enseñaban en diversas culturas? La magia popular no se limita a los rituales mágicos wiccanos o a las tradiciones celtas. Hay mucho más, que se practica en todo el mundo de diferentes maneras. A pesar de la multitud de recursos para aprender sobre estas culturas, rara vez encontrará una fuente consolidada de información sobre todas las culturas de magia popular en un solo lugar. Además, si no está seguro de con qué cultura se identifica, este libro será la guía ideal para su viaje de descubrimiento de la magia. En este libro, usted podrá: Conocer la magia popular básica y obtener conceptos claros sobre el tema para disipar cualquier idea erróneaDescubrir qué prácticas mágicas se adaptan mejor a ustedComprender la historia de varias culturas mágicas y cómo se originaron Descubrir innumerables prácticas y rituales tradicionales de distintas magiasExplorar numerosos hechizos, hierbas y ritualesCrear su propio libro de hechizosEste perspicaz libro combina sabiduría informativa y hechos históricos como guía para buscar la mejor práctica mágica para usted. Como principiante y entusiasta de la magia espiritual, será su referencia obligada para aprender sobre el vasto y cautivador mundo de la magia popular.

  • by Ralph Connor
    £32.49 - 33.49

  • by Lorena Gisel Soria
    £11.99

    Dany y la trufa dorada es una historia llena de fantasia, aventura y magia, inspirada en un hermoso pueblo de Francia, a las afueras del reino de Lorraine, cerca del magico bosque de Vosgos. Dando lugar a la magnifica historia de Dany y su leal perro llamado Jack. El cual, por cosas de la vida, tiene que buscar la manera de ayudar a sus padres y protegerlos de las garras malignas de Lord Fabio y sus secuaces, quienes intentaran a toda costa arrebatarle de sus manos la tierra que lo vio crecer. Aunque, con la ayuda de su amiga Isabel, intentara por todos los medios encontrar la solucion a esta adversidad; sorteando el misterioso bosque de Vosgos, lleno de peligrosos senderos y de obstaculos que los pondran a prueba en todo momento, para ver si son dignos de encontrar la preciada trufa dorada y, asi, poder salvar el reino de Lorraine y a sus seres queridos.

  • by Ann Liang
    £16.99

  • by Zen Cho
    £8.99 - 14.99

  • by Henry Hoke
    £8.99 - 11.99

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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