[PDF] Encyclopedia Of Things That Never Were eBook

Author : Michael F. Page
Publisher : Studio
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 22,26 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Cosmology
ISBN : 9780140100082

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From Avalon to Zeus -- the ultimate book for fantasy lovers and myth maniacs of all ages is now in paperback, beautifully illustrated, at a siren-song priceHardcover sales of more than 70,000 copies have made the Encyclopedia of Things That Never Were a classic illustrated reference to myths and legends from all corners of the world. Here -- culled from mythology, literature, and folk tales -- is the mystical realm that has populated humanity's imagination for centuries. Over 400 entries, engagingly written and organized by type of entity, make this a complete source of information and a visual feast.Among the entries are: from "The Cosmos, ' Quetzalcoatl and Scorpio; from "The Ground and Underground", centaurs, elves, and unicorns; from "Wonderland", Atlantis and El Dorado; from "Magic, Science, and Invention", flying carpets and the Trojan horse; from "Water, Sky, and Air", Pegasus and Moby-Dick; and from "The Night", a host of shuddersome creatures from vampires to the golem. This is a wild and wondrous gift for any visionary.

Author : Anna Jane Grossman
Publisher : ABRAMS
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 10,47 MB
Release : 2010-12-31
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1613120303

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A cultural catalog of everyday things rapidly turning into rarities—from landlines to laugh tracks. So many things have disappeared from our day-to-day world, or are on the verge of vanishing. Some we may already think of as ancient relics, like typewriters (and their accompanying bottles of correction fluid). Others seem like they were here just yesterday, like boom boxes and CDs. We may feel fond nostalgia for certain items of yore: encyclopedias, newspapers, lighthouses. Other items, like MSG, not so much. But as the pace of change keeps accelerating, it’s worth taking a moment to mark the passing of the objects of our lives, from passbooks and pay phones to secretaries and skate keys. And to reflect on certain endangered phenomena that may be worth trying to hold on to—like privacy, or cash. This thoughtful alphabetized compendium invites us to take a look at the many things, ideas, and behaviors that have gone the way of the subway token—and to reflect on what is ephemeral, and what is truly timeless.

Author : Tom McGowen
Publisher :
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 19,80 MB
Release : 1981
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN :

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Presents, in encyclopedia format, monsters and supernatural beings from Abominable Snowman to Zombi.

Author : Lesley M. M. Blume
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 23,86 MB
Release : 2013-04-09
Category : Reference
ISBN : 145210350X

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An illustrated A-to-Z tribute to old-fashioned items worth rediscovering: “Wistful . . . charming . . . like a stroll down memory lane.” —Elle Whatever happened to cuckoo clocks? Or bed curtains? Why do we have so many “friends” while doing away with the much more useful word “acquaintance”? All of these things, plus hot toddies, riddles, proverbs, corsets, calling cards, and many more, are due for a revival. Throughout this whimsical, beautifully illustrated encyclopedia of nostalgia, Lesley M.M. Blume breathes new life into the elegant, mysterious, and delightful trappings of bygone eras, honoring the timeless tradition of artful living along the way. Inspired by her much loved Huffington Post column of the same name and featuring entries from famous icons of style and culture, Let’s Bring Back leads readers to rediscover the things that entertained, awed, beautified, satiated, and fascinated in eras past. “Witty . . . recommended reading.” —Country Living “If you’re feeling lousy and you read this book, it awakens you to things that have made you happy in your life. It reminds you of a time when certain things ideas, gestures got you through . . . and revels in an idea of life that’s lived in 3-D, not 2-D.” —Sally Singer, editor, T: The New York Times Magazine

Author : Donald J. Sobol
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 20,87 MB
Release : 2007-09-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1101007095

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Leroy Brown, aka Encyclopedia Brown, is Idaville neighborhood’s ten-year-old star detective. With an uncanny knack for trivia, he solves mysteries for the neighborhood kids through his own detective agency. But his dad also happens to be the chief of the Idaville police department, and every night around the dinner table, Encyclopedia helps him solve his most baffling crimes. And with ten confounding mysteries in each book, not only does Encyclopedia have a chance to solve them, but the reader is given all the clues as well. Interactive and chock full of interesting bits of information—it’s classic Encyclopedia Brown!

Author : Robert Ingpen
Publisher : MetroBooks (NY)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 12,93 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Ancient world
ISBN : 9781586630980

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Bringing to life the lore and legends of the past, this volume explores such mysteries as Stonehenge, the Aztecs, Easter Island, and the Great Wall of China. The authors examine the history and culture of each location and recount the modern discovery of these fascinating archives of human history. Full color.

Author : Michael F. Page
Publisher : Penguin Putnam
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 48,9 MB
Release : 1987
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN :

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Contains over 400 entries and 200 illustrations on such topics as gnomes, vampires, elves, wizards, dragons, Atlantis, harpies, Lilliput, etc.

Author : Gillian Doherty
Publisher : Usborne Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 16,30 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Counting
ISBN : 9780746088777

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Outstanding features include: * A ghoulishly fun puzzle book for aspiring monster-hunters everywhere. * With 1001 things to spot throughout the book's colourful, bustling scenes, including "clambermanders", "scufflebumps" and "pot-bellied flimbos". * Encourages visual recognition and number skills.

Author : Judy Allen
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,66 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Animals, Mythical
ISBN : 9780753410875

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Fantasy Encyclopedia is a superb guide to the creatures and people of folklore and fantasy. Meet the mischievous and sometimes helpful Little People, such as goblins and fairies, horrific monsters, from dragons to Dracula, and beautiful fantastical creatures, such as mermaids and unicorns. Discover how the magic of stories throughout the centuries have kept these creatures alive in traditions and cultures around the world, and how mystery and superstition still surround many of them. Detailed illustrations, contemporary and from renowned fantasy artists such as Arthur Rackham, bring these fantastic creatures to life.

Author : Hazel Jane Plante
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 16,81 MB
Release : 2019
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780994047199

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Fiction. LGBTQIA Studies. The playful and poignant novel LITTLE BLUE ENCYCLOPEDIA (FOR VIVIAN) sifts through a queer trans woman's unrequited love for her straight trans friend who died. A queer love letter steeped in desire, grief, and delight, the story is interspersed with encyclopedia entries about a fictional TV show set on an isolated island. The experimental form functions at once as a manual for how pop culture can help soothe and mend us and as an exploration of oft-overlooked sources of pleasure, including karaoke, birding, and butt toys. Ultimately, LITTLE BLUE ENCYCLOPEDIA (FOR VIVIAN) reveals with glorious detail and emotional nuance the woman the narrator loved, why she loved her, and the depths of what she has lost.