Gods and Myths of Northern Europe (Davidson H. R. Ellis)(Paperback)

Gods and Myths of Northern Europe (Davidson H. R. Ellis)(Paperback)

Surveys the pre-Christian beliefs of the Scandinavian and Germanic peoples. Provides an introduction to this subject, giving basic outlines to the sagas and stories, and helps identify the charachter traits of not only the well known but also the lesser gods of the

Myths and Symbols in Pagan Europe (Davidson H.)(Paperback)

Most people know of Valhalla, the World-Tree and the gods of Norse mythology, or the strange hunts and voyages of the ancient lrish tales. Yet few people realise the significance of the similarities and contrasts between the religions of the pre-Christian people of north-western Europe.The Celts

Gods and Humans in Medieval Scandinavia: Retying the Bonds (Wellendorf Jonas)(Pevná vazba)

The coming of Christianity to Northern Europe resulted in profound cultural changes. In the course of a few generations, new answers were given to fundamental existential questions and older notions were invalidated. Jonas Wellendorf's study, the first monograph in English on this subject, explores

Oh My Gods: A Modern Retelling of Greek and Roman Myths (Freeman Philip)(Paperback)

From acclaimed writer and scholar Philip Freeman, a contemporary retelling of classic Greek and Roman mythology. The Greek and Roman myths have never died out; in fact they are as relevant today as ever in their sharp observations about human nature. For thousands of years they have inspired plays,

Europe and Northern Ireland's Future: Negotiating Brexit's Unique Case (Murphy Mary)(Paperback)

Mary Murphy offers a detailed and in-depth analysis of Northern Ireland's relationship with the EU, the role the EU has played in rebuilding the region after the Troubles, and the challenges and opportunities that Brexit might offer Northern Ireland in terms of its fragile politics and

Gods, Rites, Rituals and Religion of Ancient Egypt: A Fascinating Exploration of the Myths and Mythology of the World's Great Civilization, in 370 Stu (Gahlin Lucia)(Paperback)

Penguin Book of Norse Myths - Gods of the Vikings (Crossley-Holland Kevin)(Paperback / softback)

Greek & Roman Myths (Jackson J. K.)(Paperback)

The classical gods of Rome uncoiled from the fertile imaginations of the ancient Greeks whose gods were passionate and violent, jealous of their powers and subject to both mighty outbursts of love and all-consuming bouts of vengeful war. The dark forces of the ancient world were held at bay by the

Aztec Mythology: The Gods and Myths of Ancient Mexico (Berg Sebastian)(Paperback)

The Aztec civilization of Central Mexico consisted of several communities with distinct cultures and languages. The Nahuatl-speaking tribes were the most popular and celebrated rituals based on their own version of myths and stories. While the Mesoamerican cultures shared many stories, rituals, and

Northern Wrath, 1 (Holdt Thilde Kold)(Paperback)

Following in the steps of Neil Gaiman & Joanne Harris, the author expertly weaves Norse myths and compelling characters into this fierce, magical epic fantasy. The bond between men and the gods is weakening. A dead man walks between the worlds and foresees Odin's doom. The only survivor of a

Greek Myths - Meet the heroes, gods, and monsters of ancient Greece (DK)(Pevná vazba)

Wyrdwalkers: Techniques of Northern-Tradition Shamanism (Kaldera Raven)(Paperback)

From dealing with Gods and spirits, to mastering the elements to reading the Threads of Wyrd, this book is a primer for the basic skills of a northern-tradition shaman or shamanic practitioner. The third book in the Northern-Tradition Shamanism series, this book includes spirit-taught lessons from

Japanese Myths (Jackson J. K.)(Paperback)

Japan's mythology is alive with gods, spirits and monsters. It draws on Buddhist and Shinto traditions to explain the nature of the world of the island of Japan, and the heavenly status of the long line of emperors. The warrior class of the imperial court, and the natural spirits of the countryside

Identification Guide to Birds of Britain & Northern Europe (Goodfellow Peter)(Paperback)

An entry-level photographic introduction to birds and birdwatching, featuring 150 of the commoner bird species most likely to be seen in the fields and gardens of Britain and Northern Europe. The user-friendly introduction covers geography, climate, taxonomy and nomenclature, habitats, bird

Norse Mythology: A Guide to the Gods, Heroes, Rituals, and Beliefs (Lindow John)(Paperback)

Norse Mythology explores the magical myths and legends of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland and Viking-Age Greenland and outlines the way the prehistoric tales and beliefs from these regions that have remained embedded in the imagination of the world. The book begins with an Introduction that helps

Classical Mythology: A Very Short Introduction (Morales Helen)(Paperback)

From Zeus and Europa, to Diana, Pan, and Prometheus, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome seem to exert a timeless power over us. But what do those myths represent, and why are they so enduringly fascinating? Why do they seem to be such a potent way of talking about our selves, our origins, and our

Chinese Myths (Jackson J. K.)(Paperback)

River Gods, snake spirits, mountain and Immortals, Chinese mythology is alive with ancient passions. China's unique set of mythological tales are derived from its vast expanse, diverse culture and the endless wars between tribes and dynasties. The result is a rich landscape of humanity, gods and

Identification Guide to Mushrooms of Britain and Northern Europe (2nd edition) (Bacon Josephine)(Paperback / softback)

A photographic identification guide to 150 species of mushrooms most commonly found in Britain and Northern Europe. A user-friendly introduction includes an overview of distribution, the anatomy of a mushroom, nomenclature and useful information on hunting for and cooking with

The Gods of Change (Sasportas H.)(Paperback)

A study of the psychological effects felt during the transits of Uranus, Neptune and

Steam Clean (eni† Laura)(Paperback)

On a dark autumn night in northern Europe, a group of friends and strangers gather at a sauna for a women's-only sauna night. Kaisa has been trying out dating apps after a breakup. Miika is conflicted about attending a women's event as a nonbinary person. Maija's work tensions bring up

Hall of Smoke (Long H. M.)(Paperback)

Epic fantasy featuring warrior priestesses and fickle gods at war, for readers of Brian Staveley's Chronicles of the Unhewn Throne. Hessa is an Eangi: a warrior priestess of the Goddess of War, with the power to turn an enemy's bones to dust with a scream. Banished for disobeying her goddess's

Pandora's Jar - Women in the Greek Myths (Haynes Natalie)(Paperback / softback)

The Greek myths are among the world's most important cultural building blocks and they have been retold many times, but rarely do they focus on the remarkable women at the heart of these ancient stories.Stories of gods and monsters are the mainstay of epic poetry and Greek tragedy, from Homer to

A Naturalist's Guide to the Birds of Britain & Northern Europe (Goodfellow Peter)(Paperback)

This easy-to-use identification guide to 280 bird species most commonly seen in Britain and northern Europe is perfect for amateur naturalists. High quality photographs from Britain's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include common and scientific

Norse Myths (Jackson J. K.)(Paperback)

The Vikings and their norse gods fought a constant battle with nature. Their landscape, with its stark mountains and long nights created a particularly rough mythology, with profound contrasts and unforgettable heroes: Odin, Thor and Loki are just some of the familiar characters that maintain an