Troy: The Myth and Reality Behind the Epic Legend, Hardcover

Republished as part of Amistad's Literary Revival Program, the groundbreaking, bestselling look at history from the perspective of African American...

This arresting exploration of the story of Troy examines the mythology, archaeology, and universal human significance of the tale over millennia.

An exploration of the historical truths that underpin the pervasive, culture-shaping myth's legacy, accompanying an exhibition at the British Museum.

Welcome to Ancient Realms This is a complete collection of 6 Ancient Realms Collection novelettes and 17 bonus stories.Viking magic is real, not al...

The great epic poem of Northern Europe, born deep in the heart of ancient Karelian forests Sharing its title with the poetic name for Finland--the ...

Publisher: Penguin Books LtdAuthor(s): Stephen FryPublication date: 2020Dimensions: 154 x 233 x 35Cover type: PaperbackRedescopera farmecul lecturi...

PART THREE OF THE TROY QUARTET Bringing ancient myth to life with passion, humour, and humanity, Lindsay Clarke vividly retells the story of Troy a...

PART TWO OF THE TROY QUARTET Bringing ancient myth to life with passion, humour, and humanity, Lindsay Clarke vividly retells the story of Troy and...

The tale of the Trojan War brilliantly retold by the bestselling author of THE THORN BIRDS.

Cyrus the Great created the first Persian Empire in the 500s BCE. He conquered all major civilizations in his region and his influence reached from...

The gripping conclusion to M. K. Hume's stunning Tintagel trilogy, that takes readers into a world of bloody battlefields, evil machinations, honou...

The ancient Mabinogi is a great world literature and fascinating Celtic mythology. Here in the much-loved Guest translation and including companion...

An epic poem probably written in the 900s CE, Beowulf tells of events 600 years before, where the hero Beowulf is implored to assist the King of th...

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In these works an old woman is frequently portrayed who has traditionally been held to be Rembrandt's mother, Neeltje Willemsdr. van Zuijdtbroek. W...

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"Quite impressive. I doubt if there has been or will be a moredeeply researched and convincing account." --Evan Connell, authorSon of the Morning S...

Reducere. In a female-ruled society, she's trapped in an ancient struggle between the sexes. Will she be the spark to restore unity?6, 000 years ago. The mig...

Reducere. Northeastern Minnesota Book AwardHow did the state of Minnesota get its name? An age-old Ojibwe tale holds the key.

From the creation myth of Izanagi and Izanami designed to explain the origins of the island of Japan, to the hundreds of kami (gods or spirits) and...

The great works of Persia include some of the most beautiful, rich and diverse language in the literary world. The Shah Nameh, The Rubaiyat, The Di...

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Reducere. For 3, 000 years, the woman known as Helen of Troy has been both the ideal symbol of beauty and a reminder of the terrible power beauty can wield.I...

This anthology gathers together the most iconic and entertaining tales of adventure and daring from around the world. From Perseus the Gorgon-Slaye...

Reducere. Experience an evocative combination of fantasy, history, and Jewish folklore in this fairytale-inspired novel from the author of The Sisters of the...

Reducere. An absorbing tale of love, sacrifice, family ties, and magic, set in the Pacific Northwest in the aftermath of World War II, by the author of A Sec...

Reducere. DescriptionA beloved tale that has lasted for generations, The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde, one of the world's greatest writers, tells the tale of...

Reducere. When a mysterious stranger brings word of a dragon, Jason's whole world changes.The northern mountain village offers protection from the threat of ...

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Reducere. Jason has uncovered three dragon misfits. Now he must find the rest before Therin gains controls of them.Now that his sister knows of the dragons, ...

Nations and Nationalism since 1780: Programme, Myth, Reality - E. J. Hobsbawm

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Reducere. DescriptionFrom New York Times bestselling author Melanie Dickerson comes a fresh reimagining of the classic Mulan tale."When it comes to happily-e...

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DescriptionFrom New York Times bestselling author Melanie Dickerson comes a fresh reimagining of the classic Pied Piper tale.A plague of rats. Chil...

Reducere. Award-winning author Caytlyn Brooke takes us on an adventure deep into the realm of Greek mythology. Filled with dark fantasy, brutality, forebodin...

Reducere. The Navajo creation myth, called the Din Bahaneʼ, is one of the greatest stories of the Native American peoples, filled with evocative images of na...

Seers, healers, shaman, sorcerers and witches appear in many traditions of the world, from the Baba Yaga of Eastern Europe to the Skinwalkers of th...

Reducere. Long, long ago in ancient Greece, people began telling wonderful stories to explain the mysteries of life. These myths featured gods and goddesses,...

Reducere. DescriptionThe appeal of Nasrudin is as universal and timeless as the truths he illustrates. His stories are read by children, by scientists and sc...

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Reducere. DescriptionThe Astonishing Color of After meets Eleanor & Park in this breathtaking and beautifully surreal story about a friendship between two te...

Reducere. Once upon a time... A plague sweeps across the emerald hills of U N ill, leaving a young midwife's father with months to live. To save her people, ...