Myths & Legends

Was Little Jack Horner a squatter? Baa Baa Black Sheep a bleat about taxation? Is Jack and Jill about loss of virginity? And Goosie Goosie Gander about prostitution? This ingenious...

Cunning, monstrous, virtuous. Rediscover the overlooked women of Greek myth. Goddesses and mortals, warriors and muses, women are at the heart of ancient Greek folklore, but their stories have long...

Get ready to meet the goddesses. In Divine Might, Natalie Haynes, the bestselling author of Stone Blind and Pandora's Jar, introduces us to the stories of the Greek goddesses. As...

Natalie Haynes is the nation's muse' Adam Rutherford The Greek myths are among the world's most important cultural building blocks and they have been retold many times, but rarely do...

An array of original stories from around the world bring a new and exciting twist to one of the most beloved figures in fiction: witches. Witches! Whether you know them...

Book nine of the celebrated Deverry series, an epic fantasy rooted in Celtic mythology that intricately interweaves human and elven history over several hundred years. A new chapter of the...

The perfect introduction to the rich delights of the Persian Literature, bound in a seductive, collectable edition. Gorgeous Collector's Edition. From such texts as the Shah Nameh (the Persian Book...

A captivating treasure of a novel about Clemmie, a young Victorian Egyptologist, and her entanglement with the legend of the goddess, Nephthys. 'Brilliant... I loved it.' Santa Montefiore SISTER. RIVAL....

A collection of Celtic stories, featuring characters such as: the roanes, half-dog, half-fish creatures that prey on hunters and fishermen; the formorians, monsters who disguise themselves as river sprites to...

The creativity and complexity of how mankind uses mythical creatures to explain the unexplainable. Mythical creatures are cultural artifacts-creations of the human imagination from all around the world. From terrifying...

This stunning collection brings together goddess mythologies from across the globe: familiar, unknown, forgotten -- spectacular! Written by pioneering storyteller Sally Pomme Clayton, whose 30-year career has focused on researching...

'A writer the world should be reading right now.' Independent Who would you be, if you hadn't turned out to be the person you are now? Dawn is a death...

Examines contemporary apocalyptic beliefs and their origins From religious tomes to current folk prophesies, recorded history reveals a plethora of narratives predicting or showcasing the end of the world. The...

The first anthology of Jewish mythology in English, Tree of Souls reveals a mythical tradition as rich and as fascinating as any in the world. Drawing from the Bible, the...

A PEN Translates award winner for 2021 Kolobok is a new adaptation and translation of a famous Russian folktale about a resourceful bun (a kolobok) who, as in the tale...

Written at the request of her advanced students, "Initiation" is an illuminating autobiography that connects the twentieth century European life of internationally beloved teacher Elisabeth Haich and her lucid memories...

' I salute him with the most heartfelt respect and admiration ' PHILIP PULLMAN ' One of Britain's greatest writers ' FINANCIAL TIMES 'Alan Garner's world is unbearably beautiful and...

From the award-winning poet and playwright behind Barber Shop Chronicles , The Half-God of Rainfall is an epic story and a lyrical exploration of pride, power and female revenge. There...

A nostalgic collection of some of the most well-known and best-loved nursery rhymes, reminding you of their words and exploring their origins and meanings. Everyone has their favourite nursery rhymes,...

Take a tour of this legendary world with Who's Who: Greek Mythology . This book introduces readers to Greek mythology in an approachable, fun, and educational way, so that all...

The epic sequel to Taran Matharu's instant Sunday Times bestseller, Dragon Rider, in which empires fall and dragons soar... 'A dazzlingly epic and richly complex world of dragons, magic, and...

This is a collection of spells on love, marriage and dreaming - all of them authentic and some extremely ancient - taken from the handwritten manuscripts of a genuine white...

Robin Hood is England's greatest folk hero. Everyone knows the story of the outlaw who robbed from the rich and gave to the poor. Nick Rennison's highly entertaining book begins...

Author: Anastasios Myrodis TamisBinding: HardbackPublished: Pan Arcadian Association of Melbourne and Victoria 'O Kolokotronis', 2019Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Very goodPages: GoodMarkings: Signed with inscriptionCondition remarks: Inscribed and numbered 243/1200An epic volume commemorating...

Author: Sreten Bozic In Conjunction With Alan MarshallBinding: HardbackPublished: Gold Star Publications, 1972Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis compelling collection presents a rich tapestry of Aboriginal Australian myths, meticulously...

Author: Brinsley Le Poer TrenchBinding: HardbackPublished: Souvenir Press, 1973Condition:Book: ExcellentJacket: DamagedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Price clipped dj. Otherwise excellent.In "The Eternal Subject," Brinsley Le Poer Trench, the renowned ufologist...

Author: Erich Von DänikenBinding: HardbackPublished: Souvenir Press, 1972Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Some creases to the DJ.This book presents a compelling argument for extraterrestrial involvement...

Author: Erich Von DänikenBinding: HardbackPublished: Souvenir Press, 1974Condition:Book: GoodJacket: DamagedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Price clipped DJThis book presents a collection of visual evidence supporting unconventional theories regarding...

Author: Keith EllisBinding: HardbackPublished: Macmillan Press London, 1973Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThis book delves into the intricate concepts of prediction and prophecy. It examines historical instances...

Author: Douglas HillBinding: HardbackPublished: Castle Books, 1973Condition:Book: ExcellentJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis comprehensive volume delves into the historical origins and cultural evolution of supernatural entities. It meticulously traces the folklore...

Author: The Editors Of Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: TIME-LIFE BOOKS, ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA, 1988Condition:Book: ExcellentJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book explores the enigmatic world of predictions and supernatural insights. It...

Author: Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, Alexandria, VA, 2024Condition:Book: ExcellentJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis volume uncovers the enigmatic world of creatures that defy conventional understanding. Readers will encounter...

Author: Editors of Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, 1987Condition:Book: ExcellentJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe book explores enigmatic locations and unexplained phenomena across the globe. It presents compelling narratives...

Author: The Editors Of Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, 1990Condition:Book: ExcellentJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book delves into the enigmatic world of dreams, offering insights into their origins...

The Complete Language of Herbs is a comprehensive and definitive dictionary/reference presenting the history, symbolic meaning, and visual depiction of over 500 herbs and spices from around the world in...

The age-old legends and tales of Nordic mythology are a common heritage of German, Scandinavian, and Anglo-Saxon peoples. This very readable collection features a rich selection of these time-honored stories,...

Armed with jokes, puns, and cartoons, Norwegians tried to keep their spirits high and foster the Resistance by poking fun at the occupying Germans during World War II. Despite a...

This book brings the world of ancient Greek mythology to life in jaw-dropping detail. Alongside stunning photographs of ancient treasures, you'll see awe-inspiring CGI scenes from the classic myths. It's...

The hydra rears its many heads in a flurry of teeth and poisonous fumes. The cyborg lays waste to humanity with a ruthless, expressionless stare. From ancient mythology to modern...

'A beautifully written novel imbued with empathy, spirits and magic' Scottish Daily Mail Spring, 1985. Twelve year old Phoebe MacDonald's world is falling apart. She has just buried her parents,...

'A beautifully written novel imbued with empathy, spirits and magic' Scottish Daily Mail Spring, 1985. Twelve year old Phoebe MacDonald's world is falling apart. She has just buried her parents,...