Mythology

Cleopatra was more than just the famous lover in a Shakespeare play, she was a powerful leader, protecting the heritage of the once-mighty Kingdom of Egypt.Cleopatra had the rare distinction of connecting three great cultures. She was born of an ancient Greek Dynasty that stretched back to the time of Alexander the Great, and as the last Pharoah of Egypt she ruled before the once mighty kingdom became a vassal state under of the all-powerful Roman Empire in the first century BCE. She is regarded as an astute, resilient leader who survived at a time of male domination, with her fame also as a wiley lover of Julius Caesar and Mark Anthony forever immortalized by Plutarch's Lives and through them, in the plays of William Shakespeare. This new book provides a riveting insight into this famous leader, with a new introduction and fascinating, curated primary and secondary texts.FLAME TREE 451: From myth to mystery, the supernatural to horror, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.

The folk and fairy tales of Rome provide a jovial counterweight to the more serious themes of myths and legends.The fables, folklore and fairy tales of Rome are definitely not the more familiar myths and legends with their pantheon of gods. Within these pages you'll find stories and fears of the everyday, observations on the world around us, often poking fun at those in authority, and laughing at the proud and haughty including, The King Who Goes Out To Dinner, The Enchanted Rose Tree, The Munificence Of Prince Borghese, The Wooing Of Cassandro, The Beggar And The Chick-Pea, The Bad-Tempered Queen, The Old Miser, Why Cats And Dogs Always Quarrel and The Value Of Salt! FLAME TREE 451: From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and myth, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.

The epic tales of Ancient Sumer and its successor Babylon are a fascinating journey into our ancient past.A new collection of epic tales from the crucible of civilization, in the pocket between the Tigris and the Euphrates rivers where language, astronomy, religion and mythology grew from one of the earliest civilizations known to humankind. Undiscovered until 200 years ago, the myths and stories of Sumer, with King lists earlier than the Ancient Egyptians, reveal a rich culture of city states, each with their own gods, with tales of great floods, mighty gods, the origins of humans and the division between earth, the heavens and the Netherworld.The Flame Tree Gothic Fantasy, Classic Stories and Epic Tales collections bring together the entire range of myth, folklore and modern short fiction. Highlighting the roots of suspense, supernatural, science fiction and mystery stories, the books in Flame Tree Collections series are beautifully presented, perfect as a gift and offer a lifetime of reading pleasure.

A powerful cycle of stories from many mythologies, from Greek to Norse, Japanese to Slavic. Adds to the gorgeous editions of the Epic Tales and Gothic Fantasy collections.Quests and journeys are fundamental to many mythologies, often reflecting the human desire for knowledge and understanding. In Sumerian legend we find Gilgamesh seeking immortality; from the Norse, Odin sacrifices himself to discover the secrets of the runes of wisdom; from Greek mythology comes Jason and the Argonauts and Odysseus. And there there are recurring themes, with heroes yearning their loved ones in the underworld, so from Japan comes the tale of Izanagi searching for Izanami in Yomi, the land of shadows and the dead; and Polynesian God Māui journeying to find his mother and father in the Otherworld. And of course, from Arthurian legend, the search for the Holy Grail brings profound self-discovery to the knights Bors, Perceval and Galahad. This new collection is a wonder of tales from every corner of the world.The Flame Tree Gothic Fantasy, Classic Stories and Epic Tales collections bring together the entire range of myth, folklore and modern short fiction. Highlighting the roots of suspense, supernatural, science fiction and mystery stories the books in Flame Tree Collections series are beautifully presented, perfect as a gift and offer a lifetime of reading pleasure.

In this gorgeous new collection, explore the enduring appeal of giants and their powerful presence in the mythologies of the world.Giants feature in most myths and legends of humankind. The Titans themselves, from Greek mythology were both giants and at war with their own children, the gods of Olympus. Atlas, Cronos and Prometheus have survived in the popular imagination but the tales of these elder gods are a fascinating read. Other cultures though have their own tales of giants, from the Chinese Pangu, who separated Heaven from Earth and whose body became the mountains and valley of the world, to the Jötnar giants of the Vikings, constantly at war with Odin and his Asgardians, and in Ireland the Fomorians were a powerful race of invaders at war with their predecessors, the Thuatha dé Danaan. From Japan there are the Oni, from the Kuba people of Africa there are tales of creator Mbombo, and even Grendell of Beowulf fame is regarded by some as a giant. A wonderful new collection for the modern reader.The Flame Tree Gothic Fantasy, Classic Stories and Epic Tales collections bring together the entire range of myth, folklore and modern short fiction. Highlighting the roots of suspense, supernatural, science fiction and mystery stories the books in Flame Tree Collections series are beautifully presented, perfect as a gift and offer a lifetime of reading pleasure.

A warrior leader and builder of many temples, the Pharaoh Ramses II was the greatest ruler of his Age.Regarded as the greatest of all Pharaohs, Ramses II reigned at the height of Ancient Egypt's power and influence. He led military campaigns with his father from a young age, married at 15, eventually amassing over 200 wives and concubines and over 150 children, and lived to the age of roughly 95 years old. He expanded the territory of his nation through many battles and with victory brought back vast treasures and wealth, opened new trade routes, and fuelled the vast building projects which would attest to the glory of the Pharaoh and his people. Among the hundreds of buildings he planned were the temples of Karnak and Abu Simbel, and his mortuary temple the Ramesseum, which contained a library with over 10,000 scrolls, the largest of its kind in that era. The gorgeously decorated tomb to his first wife Nefertari is a final testament to the glory of Ramses II. With a new introduction, this book presents classic works that set the story of Ramses in the wider context, from the kings of the Eighteenth Dynasty, via Ramses’ battle of Kadesh, to the beginning of the decline of ancient Egypt.FLAME TREE 451: From myth to mystery, the supernatural to horror, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.

Beautiful edition featuring the origins of modern Western Civilisation in the crescent of the middle east, just before the Ancient Egyptian culture.Gorgeous Collector's Edition. Exploring the ancient origins of Sumer we find the beginnings of civilisation as we know it now, with language, cities, religious conviction, organised society and a wealth of culture revealed in clay tablets collected in ancient libraries. Between the rivers of the Tigris and the Euphrates rose a powerful force just before the Ancient Egyptians and Chinese, later to be succeeded by Babylon, a powerful city state in 1800 BCE, a centre of spiritual, economic and military power that emerged just before the mighty Indus and Mycenean civilisations.Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction, authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works of myth and history into a striking and collectable library. Each book features a new introduction and a Glossary of Terms.

Amal Singh is an engaging and motivated writer from Mumbai, India, with a long list short story credits in Clarkesworld, F&SF, Apex, Fantasy and many others.In the city of Sirvassa, where petals are currency and flowers are magic, the Caretaker tends to the Garden of Delights. He imparts temporary magical abilities to the citizens of Sirvassa, while battling a curse of eternal old age. No Delight could uplift his curse, and so he must seek out a mythical figure. A god.When a Delight allows a young girl an ability to change reality, the Caretaker believes he’s at the end of his search. But soon a magical rot takes root in his Garden, and the Caretaker must join forces with the girl and stop it from spreading. Even as he battles a different rot that plagues Sirvassa, he learns that Delights are always a precursor to Sorrows.FLAME TREE PRESS is the imprint of long-standing Independent Flame Tree Publishing, dedicated to full-length original fiction in the horror and suspense, science fiction & fantasy, and crime / mystery / thriller categories. The list brings together fantastic new authors and the more established; the award winners, and exciting, original voices. Learn more about Flame Tree Press at www.flametreepress.com and connect on social media @FlameTreePress.

Beautiful edition taking the reader through the origins and history the mighty Celts, known at the time of Cleopatra and Julius Caesar, highlighting the origins of modern fiction in myth and fable. To most of us, Celtic culture is at once distinctive and enigmatic. Though we may acknowledge the Celtic heritage of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Spain (Galicia) and France (Brittany), and be familiar with the mythology and literature that has given us Arthurian legend and all manner of boastful gods, High Kings, wilful Queens, noble warriors, fairies, goblins and wizards, few of us are aware that the origins of Celtic people lie in Austria, or that the many tribes that made up this very broad designation have a history that spans much further afield, to ancient Greece and Egypt. This fascinating new book, written by Martin Dougherty and with a foreword by Prof Ralph Haussler, covers the history that has fed the legends: the origins, migrations, allegiances, society, culture, myths and literature of the Celts, from the 'Hallstatt Era' beginning in 1200 BCE to the Gaels of western Scotland and northeastern Ireland and eventual Christianization. Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction: authors, myths, tales and history without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. Each book features a new Introduction and a Glossary of Terms or lists of Ancient Leaders.

In the book, when the brothers are looking for happiness, they arrive at Biscuit Square. The square has an ant statue and is surrounded by different types of biscuits and candies.There are two green and blue trees behind the square. The trees are the gateways to the secret world. The secret world contains strange creatures. Decapitated immortal beings; Nine sisterly princesses who will live forever if they are virgins and die easily when they lose their virginity; The Golden Eyed Cat; Invasion of man-eating plants called anemones; A walking thorny grass... etc. are stories that are read in the secret world section.

Dive into the magical realm of "Grimms' Fairy Tales," a classic collection by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, brought to life through the translations of Edgar Taylor and Marian Edwardes. This anthology is a rich mosaic of folklore and myth, inviting readers into a world where magic, moral lessons, and timeless human truths converge.

In his inimitable style, gifted folklorist Kevin Danaher invites the reader to call on people of a former generation in their homes, to sit around the hearth, to listen to their tales and gossip and sample their food and drink, to marvel at their implements, to meet a water diviner, to join a faction fight, hurry to a wedding and bow down in remembrance of the dead. For over thirty years, this book has charmed, informed and surprised successive generations of readers, in Ireland and abroad.

"The Law and the Word" is a metaphysical and philosophical work written by Thomas Troward, a British author, judge, and early New Thought pioneer. Originally published in 1917, the book explores themes related to the power of thought, the nature of reality, and the role of consciousness in shaping human experience. In "The Law and the Word," Troward delves into the concept of the creative power of thought and its impact on individual circumstances. He discusses the idea that thoughts and words have creative force and can influence the events and conditions in a person's life. Troward suggests that understanding and consciously applying universal laws can lead to positive changes in one's reality. The book also delves into the nature of the "Word" as a creative force. Troward draws on spiritual and philosophical concepts to explain how words, when infused with the right intention and understanding, can manifest desired outcomes. The author explores the relationship between spiritual principles and the practical aspects of daily life. Troward's writing in "The Law and the Word" reflects his interest in blending spiritual and metaphysical principles with practical insights. The book has been influential in the development of New Thought and the broader field of metaphysics. It encourages readers to consider the power of their thoughts, beliefs, and words in shaping their experiences and suggests that a deeper understanding of universal laws can lead to personal transformation and fulfillment.

Conozca las maravillosas formas paganas de celebrar el solsticio de invierno.¿Le interesa descubrir el trasfondo pagano y el equivalente de la Navidad?¿Quiere aprender cómo se entrelaza el solsticio de invierno a través de diferentes tradiciones paganas?¿Quiere hacer sus propias manualidades para celebrar Yule?Este libro le introducirá en la historia de Yule, cómo celebraban los paganos esta festividad en el pasado y cómo puede honrarla ahora, independientemente de sus creencias.En este libro, usted podrá:Descubrir cómo la celebración de Yule está vinculada a su versión principal y moderna, la NavidadDescubrir los diferentes cuentos populares en torno al solsticio de invierno y cómo encaja en YuleDominar el arte de hacer sus propios adornos para celebrar esta fiesta de forma paganaDescubrir el papel que desempeñan los árboles sagrados en la celebración de YuleAprender a montar su altar para dar la bienvenida al solsticio de invierno Encontrar deliciosas recetas que puede preparar para un banquete tradicional de YuleAprender qué actividades de Yule pueden hacer usted y su familia y amigos para entrar en ambiente de celebraciónDominar los hechizos y rituales más eficaces para esta época del añoAprender a crear su propio calendario YuletideEste libro esboza un montón de métodos tradicionales para marcar el solsticio de invierno, junto con algunas ideas sobre cómo personalizar esta fiesta pagana y celebrarla a su manera especial.

The Old Adam - A Story of Adventure is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1867.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.

Our Natural Friend is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1865.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.

Out on the Pampas is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1888.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.

Four merchants stumble upon a magnificent palace, where events make them question their past experiences and assumptions. This tale shows that looks can be deceptive, and that there are deeper reasons to help others than we might assume.

Death claims the living realm.Scarred by the demon's influence, Waclaw cannot forget the horror he caused in Vastroth. He knows he must be strong to face Koschei and the Frostmarked Horde, but powerful magic protects the deathless sorcerer. With everyone Waclaw loves at risk, can he control his power and find the key to slaying Koschei's soul as his tribe burns?Anointed by the Vastrothie, Otylia has found worshipers and new strength in the force of endings, but it's nothing without her mother. She finally knows where to find Dziewanna. Can she save her before the pacts she's woven with her enemies come due?Charge into the fast-paced fourth entry of The Frostmarked Chronicles as gods, spirits, and demons from Slavic myths clash for control of the Three Realms.

¿ SECONDA EDIZIONE ¿TUTTO QUELLO CHE MI PASSA PER LA TESTA- Racconti Poesie Pensieri in ordine sparso -- Nuova edizione con grafiche dell'autore - Questo libro vuole intrattenerti mentre sei in pausa al lavoro e ti farà compagnia mentre bevi un caffè o sei in metropolitana.Un testo leggero, un compagno ideale che fa della semplicità il suo più grande pregio.Troverai racchiusi in questo libro i miei racconti, le mie poesie e molti dei miei pensieri in un'opera che spero possa accompagnarti in un percorso rilassante e coinvolgente, senza appesantirti con una storia greve o intricata ed usando uno stile leggero, fluido, ma con un po' di decadenza ed un pizzico di sano cinismo.Racconti brevi e poesie essenziali messi su carta per il piacere di scrivere "tutto quello che mi passa per la testa" senza blocchi e senza pensarci troppo, senza filtri, limiti e freni inibitori. Cosa troverai in questo Libro: 200 pagine 38 racconti brevi scritti dall'autore dal 1997 fino al 2020Un compagno rilassante, un regalo prezioso, un ottimo amico col quale trascorrere momenti di relax.¿ Cosa aspetti? Acquistane una copia per te o per regalarla a chi vuoi beneUn bellissimo regalo, un ottimo pensiero ad un amicizia e un presente perfetto per qualunque ricorrenza.

The Myths of Hyawan Man at the centre of creations Myths play a vital role to study what our ancestors did in the ancient past and find answers for some of our existential questions in mind. Few understand the nature of myths as it is a way of interpreting higher truths found in the abstract state (world) and relating in common terms.Humanity has passed through layers and layers of great events that eventually shaped the way we, the contemporaries, think and act today. The Myths of Hyawan takes you back in time and puts you near the stage where an important act took place 7000 years ago between Man and creatures of other kind.Kahzn, a newly arrived human with a gift of Life from the heavens, obliviously found himself in the middle of a deadly power play amongst the Avians, the Beasts and the Animals kind. Although he emerged out victorious at first, it didn't guarantee him or his kind to hold their highest positions among all creatures for so long.Later on, his own partner, the woman, made one bold move that cost not only Kahzn but the generations of all kinds that followed as well. This book is the complete version of its predecessor, the Myths of Kahzn. The narration and the dialogues immerse readers within the actions and the plots of the story and surf along with the emotional tides of the characters. Most importantly, as we read through the pages of the book, we find some fascinating truth about ourselves, as human beings, and some shocking clues about 'the behind the scenes' of the world drama.

Four merchants stumble upon a magnificent palace, where events make them question their past experiences and assumptions. This tale shows that looks can be deceptive, and that there are deeper reasons to help others than we might assume.

Four merchants stumble upon a magnificent palace, where events make them question their past experiences and assumptions. This tale shows that looks can be deceptive, and that there are deeper reasons to help others than we might assume.

Four merchants stumble upon a magnificent palace, where events make them question their past experiences and assumptions. This tale shows that looks can be deceptive, and that there are deeper reasons to help others than we might assume.

Magic creatures and legends ist als eine Reihe von Geschichten entstanden, die für Gini, eine liebe Freundin, geschrieben wurden. Sie hat ihren Kampf nicht gewonnen, aber ein Stück ist sie mit den Geschichten in eine andere Welt entführt worden. Hier geht es um magische Kreaturen und märchenhafte Begegnungen. Ob Hexen, Nixen oder der Ziegenhirte, man fiebert mit allen mit und hofft auf ein gutes Ende.

Ce livre classique a été initialement publié il y a des décennies sous le titre " The Magic of the Horse-shoe, with other folk-lore notes . Il a maintenant été traduit par Writat en langue française pour leurs lecteurs francophones. Chez Writat, nous sommes passionnés par la préservation du patrimoine littéraire du passé. Nous avons traduit ce livre en français afin que les générations présentes et futures puissent le lire et le conserver.

A wheel of ravens revelled loudlyOver a bitter battle of bold fightersWho lost their lives and lay in mud,A feast of flesh for the frenzied birds...From Adam Bolivar, balladeer extraordinaire and author of The Ettinfell of Beacon Hill, comes a landmark volume of poetry that harkens back to the adventurous myths of the Anglo-Saxons and the Dark Ages...Alliterative verse was the traditional poetic form used in Old English poems such as Beowulf and The Wanderer, as well as in Old Norse sagas and the Poetic Edda of the Icelanders. Outlawed by the Normans as a symbol of nativist rebellion after their conquest of England in the year 1066, this ancient form is now all but forgotten. A Wheel of Ravens is the first ever collection of original verse written in the Old English alliterative style. Braiding together threads of early English paganism, folkloric elements-including a speculative pre-history of the storytelling tradition of Jack Tales-and the dream-cycle of H. P. Lovecraft, Adam Bolivar offers an intricate poetic tapestry bursting with myth and story, as unique as it is remarkable.This groundbreaking work will surely be of great interest to fans of Seamus Heaney's Beowulf: A New Verse Translation and Neil Gaiman's Norse Mythology. With a foreword by Dennis Wilson Wise (a noted authority on Tolkien and epic fantasy), an introduction by the author, and a useful glossary. Richly illustrated with images of Anglo-Saxon artifacts, artwork and more.