Mytologi

A harrowing adventure of love, horror, comedy, and schmaltzy melodrama... featuring a cast of lovable rabbits and an entourage of crazy characters.Deep in the woods, a warren is preyed upon by a beast known as Jack. As the rabbits struggle to combat their newest foe, a stranger arrives unlocking a secret buried beneath the earth.

When gods are at war, humanity must fight.Aramis, the crown prince of Oakvalor, is accused of murdering his father for the throne. To prove his innocence, he must find the real assassin, but there are powerful forces at work around him.His quest reveals the source of the encroaching darkness and will lead him to the gates of Oakvalor's greatest enemy. Download now to experience dragons, epic battles, magic, and wicked plots of a dark god.This omnibus edition includes all 4 novels of The Fallen King Chronicles: DragonsphereThe Fallen KingThe Valiant KingThe Restored King

Everyone knows elves don't exist, right? Daniel Thomas was certain he made such creatures up for each new book but when he stumbles upon a woman dissolving into ash he is thrust into a world that shouldn't exist and is at war with itself.

Plagued by rumors of witchcraft. The church wanted her land. The town wanted her dead.Hannah is shaken to the core after the mysterious death of her husband, Captain Hovey. A man that was as cruel as he was loved. Shunned by her neighbors and the town-Hannah is lonely and desperate.Some believe she was a witch. Others believe she was an outcast.Protecting her secrets and being accused of bewitching Captain, she dwells in sorrow, but eventually finds herself drawn to a dark presence that lurks in the shadows near her cabin-spirits that strengthen and protect her.This sets the township of Trumbull on a path of suspicion and rumor.Hannah must not only try to escape the rumors of being a witch-she must also escape the unspeakable darkness and the secrets that bind them together.The townsfolk called her Hannah Cranna. The children of Trumbull called her The Wicked Witch. Is she a lonely widow or a brilliant practitioner of witchcraft?Long after the Salem Witch Trials ...And long after the evil was invited in. Only Hannah can fight the darkness that is growing inside of her. Or will the darkness consume her completely in a demonic rage.

Representing a shift in Carter studies for the 21st century, this book critically explores her legacy and showcases the current state of Angela Carter scholarship. It gives new insights into Carter's pyrotechnic creativity and pays tribute to her incendiary imagination in a reappraisal of Angela Carter's work, her influences and influence. Drawing attention to the highly constructed artifice of Angela Carter's work, it brings to the fore her lesser-known collection of short stories, Fireworks: Nine Profane Pieces to reposition her as more than just the author of The Bloody Chamber. On the way, it also explores the impact of her experiences living in Japan, in the light of Edmund Gordon's 2016 biography and Natsumi Ikoma's translation of Sozo Araki's Japanese memoirs of Carter.

It was the last of the ebbing days, the brink of the new season. It was the murky hours, the clove between sunset and sunrise. It was a tall tree with deep roots and it had been bleeding for a long while. As summer falls into autumn, Hollie Starling is hit by the heart-stopping news that her father has died by suicide. Thrust into a state of 'grief on hard mode', Hollie feels underserved by current attitudes toward grief and so seeks another way through the dark. Following her first year without her father, Hollie embraces her lifelong interest in folklore and turns to the healing power of nature, the changing seasons and the rituals of ancient communities. The Bleeding Tree is an unflinching year-zero guidebook to grief that shows us that by looking back to past traditions of bereavement we can all find our own way forward. 'Starling's account of family life is riveting and narrated with grace and honesty, counterpointing the personal with the mythic.' - Irish Times

Ludwig Bechstein: Thüringer Sagenbuch. Vollständige Ausgabe der beiden Bände in einem BuchLesefreundlicher Großdruck in 16-pt-SchriftGroßformat, 210 x 297 mmBerliner Ausgabe, 2022Durchgesehener Neusatz bearbeitet und eingerichtet von Theodor BorkenErstdruck in zwei Bänden: Wien und Leipzig, C. A. Hartlebens Verlags-Expedition, 1858.Der Text dieser Ausgabe wurde behutsam an die neue deutsche Rechtschreibung angepasst.Umschlaggestaltung von Thomas Schultz-Overhage unter Verwendung des Bildes: Friedrich Preller der Ältere, Wartburg, 1836.Gesetzt aus der Minion Pro, 16 pt.Henricus - Edition Deutsche Klassik GmbHÜber den Autor:1801 in Weimar unehelich geboren wird Ludwig Bechstein 1810 von seinem Onkel Johann Matthäus Bechstein adoptiert und studiert nach einer Apothekerlehre mit einem herzoglichen Stipendium Philosophie und Literatur in Leipzig und München. Er arbeitet als Bibliothekar in Meiningen, wird zum Hofrat ernannt und tritt in die Freimaurerloge »Charlotte zu den drei Nelken« ein. Schließlich leitet er das Gemeinschaftliche Hennebergische Archiv. Neben seinen Märchen- und Sagensammlungen, die auch heute noch bekannt sind, veröffentlicht er patriotische Lyrik und historische Erzählungen. Am 14. Mai 1860 stirbt Ludwig Bechstein in Meiningen an einem Ödem.

The Myrtle Wand, a retelling and a continuation of the classic ballet Giselle, restores original story elements to transform a tale of blighted romances and betrayals into a quest for redemption and restorative love.Princess Bathilde de Sevreau, unlike her school friend Myrte and the peasant Giselle, doubts the existence of legendary vilis, ghostly maidens who rise from their graves by night to roam the forest to take revenge on faithless lovers. Until she, too, has cause to fear being ensnared by that spectral sisterhood . . .Destined for a marriage of convenience with Albin, Duc de Rozel, Bathilde leaves her ancestral château for the Sun King's sophisticated and scandalous court. As participants in royal ceremonies and entertainments, the princess and the soldier gradually recognize deep feelings for each other and mutual hopes for marital contentment.But the tragic consequences of Albin's brief masquerade as a commoner and the amorous Louis XIV's quest for a mistress divide the lovers. Together and separately, they must overcome conflicting duties and unexpected dangers to determine their fate."Audiences familiar with the general outline of Giselle will find Porter's narrative naturally engaging, but she's taken care to keep other readers involved as well . . . An absorbing and touching tale . . . a fully realized, moving portrait of the storied court of Louis XIV." -Kirkus Reviews"Main characters are fictional, but powered by the real-world experiences of minor players . . . Readers are immersed in a world of court and commoner. A powerful story, highly recommended for its realistic quandaries and strong female characters."-Midwest Book Review"Lushly atmospheric . . . rich with historical detail. Porter imagines the story behind the iconic Giselle, transporting us to France during the early reign of the Sun King. Betrayal and redemption, magic and religion all cross paths in dangerous pas de deux-and Princess Bathilde finally gets her opportunity to take center stage." -Leslie Carroll, author of Royal Romances: Titillating Tales of Passion and Power in the Palaces of Europe

How did Davy Crockett gain his legendary courage? What if Ichabod Crane's encounters with the supernatural were more than mere tales? In this enchanting sequel to the acclaimed Mountain Folk, award-winning author John Hood weaves a spellbinding tapestry of early American history and fantasy that reimagines the War of 1812 and the Trail of Tears through a magical lens. Following their triumph in the American Revolution, three extraordinary fairy rangers - Goran the sylph, Har the dwarf, and Dela the water maiden - find themselves facing new challenges in a growing nation. As America struggles to live up to its founding ideals, these magical defenders must forge alliances with legendary figures such as Davy Crockett, Johnny Appleseed, and the Cherokee hero Junaluska to combat sinister forces threatening peace on the frontier. Hood masterfully blends historical accuracy with fantastical elements, creating a narrative that makes early American history accessible and exciting for readers of all ages. From the beginnings of the abolitionist movement to the tragedy of the Trail of Tears, real historical events are enhanced by the presence of folklore creatures who witness - and influence - the shaping of a nation. Perfect for fans of both historical fiction and fantasy, Forest Folk continues the tradition of its predecessor, praised by The Mountain Times as the most engaging treatment of America's founding since John Jakes' American Bicentennial series. This unique blend of history and fantasy illuminates the human stories behind pivotal moments in American history while asking profound questions about justice, freedom, and the true meaning of courage. About the AuthorJohn Hood combines the meticulous research of a historian with the imaginative flair of a storyteller. As both a critically acclaimed author of political and economic histories and a passionate creator of speculative fiction, he brings a unique perspective to historical narrative. His work has appeared in prestigious publications including The Wall Street Journal, Reader's Digest, and National Review, while his syndicated column reaches readers across fifty North Carolina newspapers. Beyond his writing, Hood shares his knowledge as a public policy instructor at Duke University and a commentator for such media outlets as Fox News, NBC News, and National Public Radio. A previous book, Catalyst: Jim Martin and the Rise of North Carolina Republicans, earned recognition from the North Carolina Society of Historians. When not crafting historical fantasies or teaching graduate students, Hood can be found teaching tap dancing to young performers, bringing the same energy and creativity to the dance floor that he brings to his writing. He lives near Raleigh with his wife and three children, where he continues to explore the intersection of American history and folklore.

In Fairy Tales in Contemporary American Culture: How We Hate to Love Them, Kate Koppy shows that fairy tales have become a key part of the American secular scripture by analyzing contemporary fairy tale texts as both new versions in a particular tale type and as wholly new fairy-tale pastiches.

A unique and empowering guide to using the symbolism, themes and archetypes in fairytales to improve your life using practical, creative exercises.

Mark Joyce returns with Mythical Irish Places, an encyclopedia of Ireland's most magical and wondrous locations. Brimming with beautiful illustrations, this is a book that children and adults will enjoy for years to come.

This book traces the creation and circulation of the heroic myth of Spring Man, legendary Czech phantom of the Second World War often described as a superhero who fights against the Nazis, through national and international popular culture from the late 19th through the late 20th century

Ruby Wednesday's first published collection snatches the tiny moments in our lives that seem insignificant, yet leave a lasting scar on one's mind, one's heart and one's soul.'Grave Unknown' came creeping through the cracks when stoked by Ruby Wednesday's study of the Tarot and curiosity of the intricate webs that connect us; to each other and the world around us.'Ruby Wednesday breathes sharp and beautiful glitter into ordinary words.'- Amanda Palmer'In their journey through abandonment, decay and brittle vulnerability, these poems combine raw emotion with an underlying spirit of tenacity - they reach out to say hold on, survive, find a way through the dark, begin again.'- Dawn Gorman'There is blood here, viscera, but also a strange kind of nonorthodox transcendence. Intimate yet universal, Ruby's poems present a matter-of- fact acknowledgment of pain, but also the potential to move beyond it, or to move alongside it, together with a celebration of the creative act as a method of survival.'- Benjamin Louche

Medusa: The monster from legend, with snakes for hair and a gaze that turns humans to stone. Cursed by Athena for the crime of being raped, she was destined to be slain by Perseus. Except, she never died. The stories got it wrong.At the dawn of creation, the girl Medusa lives with her family on the Eastern Edge of the World, but she yearns for more. Fascinated by the newly-created humans, she leaves home to see it all for herself, the farms, the cities, and the temples. Little does she know that a sex-crazed God has been lusting after her for decades. He intends her for Himself, and His obsession will change the course of her life for millennia.In modern New York City, Chloe finally embraces her true self: After years of repressing it, she's willing to admit her own bisexual nature. Her religiously-conservative husband, however, is not, and Chloe flees the abuse that quickly follows. What she doesn't know is that a creature from legend, a myth come to life - Medusa herself - has been hiding in plain sight, and they are about to come face-to-face.One woman's deity cursed her for being true to herself. The other woman's deity won't allow her to become her true self. Together, they might have the strength to overcome, and to embrace the divine.

The Green Man is lost to
 Sherwood Forest.
 Yet the Horned Lord roams there still, and the legend grows...