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“Carmen Sylva, when she discovered that I was writing, instead of laughing at me and being ironical about my modest attempts at literature, encouraged me from the very first in every way. She was ge……続きを見る

Many of the beings in this book – Cheiron, Pan, Acheloos, the Sirens and others – will be familiar from the narratives of Greek mythology, in which fabulous anatomies abound. However, they have neve……続きを見る

There are thousands of books that record the oral traditions of Native peoples, documenting their myths, legends, folktales, and tribal histories. Yet, there are almost none that pay the same attent……続きを見る

From the earliest stories recorded among the Choctaw in the 1700s to the most recent stories being told today, Choctaw Tales: Stories from the Firekeepers amasses the most comprehensive collection o……続きを見る

In the early centuries, Celtic mythology survived as a primarily oral tradition, influenced significantly by the geography of its lands. Sagas and legends were passed down from one generation to the……続きを見る

Two centuries ago, Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm published their first volume of fairy tales. Since then, such stories as “Cinderella,” “Snow White,” “Rapunzel,” and “Hansel and Gretel” have become deeply……続きを見る

An unprecedented number of folklorists are addressing issues of class, race, gender, and sexuality in academic and public spaces in the US, raising the question: How can folklorists contribute to th……続きを見る

Zeus' Blessing: Rituals and Spells Inspired by the King of Gods Unlock the divine power of Zeus and transform your magical practice with "Zeus' Blessing: Rituals and Spells Inspired by the King of G……続きを見る

If you've ever been curious about the rich culture and vibrant history of Ancient Greece, dive into this whirlwind tour and discover the highlights of this epic civilization Although they lived over……続きを見る

If you've ever been interested in the rich culture and epic history of Ancient Rome, dive into this whirlwind tour and discover the highlights of this mighty civilization Growing from humble origins……続きを見る

In "Über Vampyrismus" untersucht Wilhelm Mannhardt das Phänomen des Vampirismus aus einer neuen, wissenschaftlichen Perspektive. Er verbindet anthropologische und folkloristische Elemente, um die Ur……続きを見る

In Proverb Masters: Shaping the Civil Rights Movement, author Raymond Summerville explores how proverbs and proverbial language played a significant role in the long civil rights era. Proverbs have ……続きを見る

In "Folklore of Scottish Lochs and Springs," James M. Mackinlay delves into the rich tapestry of Scottish folklore, intertwining myth, nature, and cultural identity through the exploration of the co……続きを見る

An epic unicorn fairy tale filled with adventure, magic and a fight like no other... In a faraway kingdom, two girls live separate lives. Growing up in the wilderness of the west, Alette is the daug……続きを見る

From Alice Hemming, the bestselling author of The Dark Unicorn series, comes a brand-new story filled with vampires and a mystery only one girl can solve. The town of Valesti was once rumoured to be……続きを見る

Discover the original macabre stories of your most beloved classics in this collection of disturbingly dark fairy tales. ‘Story-telling is one of the most ancient and universal of arts.’ – Laura F. ……続きを見る

Explore the traditional tales of the hills and hollers of southwestern Virginia. From the infamous Black Sisters of Christiansburg to the ghost of the famed Barter Theatre in Abingdon, the region is……続きを見る

In "Maya. Der indische Mythos" entfaltet Heinrich Zimmer eine tiefgehende Analyse der indischen Philosophie und Mythologie, die das Konzept von Maya als Illusion in den Mittelpunkt stellt. Zimmer ve……続きを見る

The Great Book of Witchcraft weaves together a tapestry of narratives, historical accounts, and folklore, exploring the multifaceted concept of witchcraft across cultures and eras. This anthology tr……続きを見る

Laura Simms is an acclaimed storyteller whom The New York Times has called a major force in the revival of storytelling in America. Laura's way of telling a story allows the mind of the listener to ……続きを見る

Examining the popular myths and unseen realities of welfare, this study reveals the political power of folklore and the possibilities of storytelling. In 1976, Ronald Reagan hit the campaign trail w……続きを見る

A history and analysis of the United States’ involvement in the deposition of Guatemalan President Jacobo Árbenz and the consequences. Using documents obtained through the Freedom of Information Act……続きを見る

“A humorousーand richly illustratedーbook full of quirky monsters. SanCartier’s creatures are somehow both cute and terrifying.” ーUSA Today Meet the world’s most unusual monsters in this darkly fun……続きを見る

20+ Diverse Traditions from New England to the West Coast Drawing on the expertise of twenty-four renowned practitioners, this book features contemporary folk traditions from all over North America.……続きを見る

The classic folk tales of Scotland were passed down from storyteller to storyteller, and from the first sentence they held the attention of the listeners and readers as though a spell had been cast ……続きを見る

In this book William Mackenzie records a world of local legend, folklore and superstition, and charts the changes he saw in his lifetime in agriculture, education, the Church and, of course, emigrat……続きを見る

The Human in Superhuman: The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture spotlights the often overlooked but very crucial sidekick in superhero narratives. From the classic companion Alfred Pennyworth ……続きを見る

Fairytales with a twist from the Man Booker and Orange prize-shortlisted author of Room. In Kissing the Witch, Emma Donoghue unwinds thirteen fairy tales and writes them anew: Cinderella forsakes th……続きを見る

In glancing at the superstitions connected with Scottish lochs and springs, we are called upon to scan a chapter of our social history not yet closed. Many of the earliest books, particularly those ……続きを見る

This volume contains the complete fairy tales of the legendary Brothers Grimm. A timeless collection of children’s stories inspired by German folktales, this wonderful compendium would make for a wo……続きを見る