Автор: Robert Graves Название: The Greek Myths (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition) ISBN: 0143106716 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780143106715 Издательство: Random House - Penguin Рейтинг: Цена: 19360.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: The gold standard in Greek mythology, in a dazzling Graphic Deluxe Edition featuring flaps, deckled edges, and specially commissioned cover art by Ross Macdonald and a new introduction by the multimillion-copy bestselling author of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series
From the creation of the world out of Chaos and the birth of the Olympians to the Trojan War and Odysseus's return, Robert Graves's superb retelling of the Greek myths has long been acclaimed as the definitive edition. Graves draws on sources scattered throughout ancient literature, using a novelist's skill to weave a crisp, coherent narrative of each myth and providing commentaries with cross-references, interpretations, and explanations based on solid scholarship. The result is a classic volume of many of the greatest stories ever told--stories of the gods, heroes, and extraordinary events that inspired Homer, the Greek tragedians, and so much of subsequent European literature. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Автор: Flanagan, John Название: The Royal Ranger: Arazan`s Wolves ISBN: 0593463846 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780593463840 Издательство: Random House (USA) Рейтинг: Цена: 11640.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Lopez, George ; Calejo, Ryan ; Gutierrez, Santy Название: Chupacarter and the Haunted Pinata ISBN: 0593466004 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780593466001 Издательство: Random House (USA) Рейтинг: Цена: 11030.00 T Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Step into the Fantastical Realm of Norse Gods, Heroes, and Mighty Vikings
Are you fascinated with the legends of Norse Gods, and want to find out more?
Are you a student looking for a comprehensive guide on Norse Mythology and history?
Do you want to find out the real, fascinating history of the Vikings?
If so, keep reading and dive deep into this captivating guide on Norse Mythology
This book is written to academic standards, but in a simple, easy-to-read style that will appeal to everyone Paying attention to every detail, Amy Hughes collected many stories, myths, legends and tales of the pagan Scandinavian rituals, gods and heroes. Written in such a descriptive way, the stories will transfer you to a time long gone and you'll feel as if you're been a witness to the Viking's incredible history
But this book does not only present the mythological, abstract world of Scandinavian beliefs and religion. Aside from a thorough presentation of the Viking's pantheon, this book delves into the real history of the fascinating northern European culture.
Here's what you'll discover inside:
A guide on the Vikings origins, including their language, calendar, society structure, and military conquests
Historic tales of the Viking's customs, art, and shipbuilding craft
A guide on the Norse Creation Myths
A presentation of the Norse Pantheon
A detailed description of many Norse gods and heroes
And much, much more
What makes this guide different from all the others, is the thoroughness of the research the author's done, to be able to present to you the comprehensive, complex world of the mighty Vikings.
Aside from it being a popular read for students and anyone interested in mythologies, it's a great book to entertain your children with They'll be delighted with the stories of brave warriors, proud shield-maidens, huge wooden ships and battles of the gods
Immerse yourself in the mythological world, discover fun historical facts and impress everyone with your knowledge on the Vikings
In Greek Mythology: Fascinating Myths and Legends of Greek Gods, Heroes and Monsters, you will learn everything there is to learn about Greek myth and legend. You will learn about the Titans and Olympians, the monsters, who the major gods and goddesses were, who some of the important heroes were, and how Ancient Greek legend has a legacy that continues among us today. Poets and dramatists like Homer, Hesiod, Euripides, Sophocles, and Aeschylus recorded Greek stories in a form that has allowed them to be read and appreciated today. In Greek MythologyFascinating Myths and Legends of Greek Gods, Heroes, and Monsters, you will learn some of these tales.
Norse Mythology: Fascinating Myths and Legends of Norse Gods, Heroes, and Viking Beliefs explores the Norse Gods and the Viking belief system through the tales told by people living at the time. They told tales about the formation of the universe, about how the universe was divided, and how the Gods and giants made war with one another. Because the Viking belief system was reflected in these tales about their Gods and historical figures, learning about the Gods and heroes in this way allows the reader to understand who the Vikings were and why they were.
Sumerian Mythology: Fascinating Sumerian History and Mesopotamian Empire and Myths explore the tales of gods and heroes in a concise, easy-to-read fashion. These tales of heroes and gods were deeply important to the Mesopotamian people and learning about them is the only way to understand the kind of world they lived in and how it was different from our own. It was a world of birds with the faces of lions, gods with the wings of birds, and seductive goddesses who symbolically married the kings of the various city-states. The Sumerians told many tales of gods like Inanna, An, Ashur, and Enlil, tales that helped the civilizations of Mesopotamia endure for nearly 4000 years. Indeed, European travelers to the Orient in the 18th century discovered that there were still districts where the goddess Inanna (more than five thousand years old then) was still worshipped in secret.
Buy now to embark on a fascinating exploration of the world of Greek, Norse and Sumerian myth and legend.
Название: Viking folktales ISBN: 1839647833 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781839647833 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 9490.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Nordic Viking tales take the magic of the natural world and combine it with the common sense of the everyday. Good folk are rewarded for their hard work, the honest and the faithful are valued: `The Little Match Girl` and `Katie Woodencloak` (a Norwegian Cinderella) are some of the heartwarming stories in this new selection for the modern reader.
Автор: Archer Peter Название: The Book of Viking Myths ISBN: 1507201435 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781507201435 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 13720.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Discover the history and fables of these Nordic warriors and explorers!
Автор: McKinley, Robin Название: The Outlaws of Sherwood ISBN: 0698119592 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780698119598 Издательство: Random House (USA) Рейтинг: Цена: 6130.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: The author retells the adventures of Robin Hood and his band of outlaws who live in Sherwood Forest in twelfth-century England.
Автор: Kerven Rosalind Название: Viking Myths & Sagas ISBN: 0953745473 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780953745470 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 13720.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Pays homage to the ways that African American artists and performers have interrogated tropes and mythologies of whiteness to reveal racial inequalities, focusing on comedy sketches, street theatre, visual art, video, TV journalism, and voice-over work since 1964. By investigating enactments of whiteness Faedra Chatard Carpenter explores how artists have challenged notions of racial identity.
Название: Norse Myths and Viking Legends ISBN: 1782506624 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781782506621 Издательство: Edward Elgar Publishers Рейтинг: Цена: 21110.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: A collection of thrilling Norse tales of war and love, magic and destiny by renowned storyteller Isabel Wyatt. Includes the epic sagas The Saga of King Ragnar Goatskin, The Dream of King Alfdan and Thorkill of Iceland.
Автор: Dougherty, Martin J. Название: Norse myths ISBN: 1782743324 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781782743323 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 21110.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Illustrated with 180 photographs, artworks and maps, Norse Myths is an exciting, engaging and highly informative exploration of a fascinating and highly influential world that will appeal to anyone interested in folklore and history.
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