[PDF] Eyewitness Companions Mythology eBook

Author : Neil Philip
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 50,61 MB
Release : 2007-09-03
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0756642213

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Originally told to explain the mysteries of the world—such as creation, divine will, fertility, death, and love—myths are a major part of many cultures throughout the world, and each area has its own myths. Organized by geographic region, each myth is placed within the civilization’s history and context. The key elements of world mythology, such as the hero, his divine connection, the labyrinth, the initiation, and the transformation,are explored in boxes and features throughout the book. Philip Wilkinson has more than 50 titles to his credit in the fields of mythology, history, and the arts, including DK’s Illustrated Dictionaries of Mythology and Religions. Neil Philip is the author of many books on folklore and mythology, including The Illustrated Book of Myths and Myths and Legends Explained. Synopses of the great myths that have inspired human creativity from antiquity to the present Covers mythology around the globe, from the classic Greek to lesser known Malaysian Catalogs of gods by subject enable comparisons of distant civilizations

Author : Philip Wilkinson
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 10,13 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN :

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"Creation stories, Gods, Heroes, Monsters, Mythical places"--Cover.

Author : Neil Philip
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,71 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Mythology
ISBN : 9780789490766

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Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies around the world. Here is an intriguing and captivating introduction to the culturally diverse world of mythology. Photographs of masks, jewelry, and sculptures offer a unique view of mythology and its gods, heroes, and monsters.

Author : Neil Philip
Publisher :
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 15,38 MB
Release : 2019
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Mythology
ISBN : 9780241424971

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Discover the amazing adventures of gods, heroes and magical beasts in extraordinary stories from around the world

Author : Jonathan Glancey
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 31,52 MB
Release : 2006-04-17
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0756644828

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Explore the world''s greatest buildings! Architecture is filled with amazing illustrations and photographs that take you to the heart of the world''s landmark buildings. Get the opportunity to look beyond the facade. Examine materials and technology that shape buildings, and identify thekey elements and decorative features of each architectural style. This is the best definitive visual guide on architecture; it covers 5,000 years of architectural design, style, and construction from airports to ziggurats. Dissects architectural wonders inside and out Includes palaces, great temples, cathedrals and towering modern skyscrapers

Author : Carol Usher
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 41,49 MB
Release : 2005-10-17
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0756648653

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From identification and anatomy to commercial exploitation and conservation, this is an essential guide to more than 500 species of trees from around the world Specially commissioned illustrations and photographs Written by experts in each fieldUsing the award winning design of the Eyewitness Travel Guides, Eyewitness Companions are the ultimate visual handbook to a wide range of subjects!

Author : DK
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 35,46 MB
Release : 2019-11-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0241444047

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From lightning-wielding Zeus, the supreme Greek god, to protective Hathor, the Egyptian goddess of love - heroes, gods, and monsters are brought to life in these retellings of myths from around the world. Myths, Legends, and Sacred Stories is a children's book that invites you to explore all the well-known stories from Greek and Norse mythology, and a range of other cultures across more than 100 tales. Discover the fascinating myths of Anansi, the West African trickster god who takes the form of a spider; the story of the Wawilak Sisters of Arnhem Land in northern Australia, who form the land as they walk across it; or the Slavic tale of Ivan as he chases the mischievous Firebird. Read about ferocious, man-eating monsters such as the Minotaur and Fafnir the dragon, and the legendary heroes that fought them, like Theseus and Sigurd. Also included are the legends of Robin Hood, and of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, epics from Asia, such as the Mahabharata and Gilgamesh, and a host of tales from Aztec mythology and a range of other cultures. As well as offering the retellings themselves, Myths, Legends, and Sacred Stories: a children's encyclopedia investigates the meanings of these primal stories, examining why these tales have stood the test of time over thousands of years. Themed features draw together elements that are common to myths from all over the world, such as shapeshifters, mythical beasts, and magical weapons. Panels on modern retellings, such as Percy Jackson and The Little Mermaid, help to show why these myths are still relevant to our lives today.

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Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,56 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 9780756622237

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A collection of myths from many cultures.

Author : Derek Parker
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 20,54 MB
Release : 2007-09-03
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 0756648971

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The ancient art of astrology continues to fascinate. In this highly illustrated guide, bestselling authors Derek and Julia Parker bring the wisdom of the heavens to every aspect of your life. Using a unique visual style, this comprehensive guide separates "real" astrology from trendy, tabloid-style pieces, and shows how to make the best use of the age-old technique. In addition to practical advice, Astrology also traces the history of the practice, how the art has been employed in both science and religion, and reveals its importance throughout the ages. This informative manual explains how to recognize the key characteristics of all the signs of the Zodiac Astrological tables, details the positions of the planets from 1931 through 2010, showing you how to draw up your own and other people's birth charts to interpret the influence of the planets and moon on your life, character, and relationships. Accessible for complete beginners, while still being informative enough for those with an established interest in the subject, this guide teaches you how to unlock incredible insights into your personality and help unleash your potential.

Author : Rachel Alexander
Publisher : Springer
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 13,53 MB
Release : 2014-11-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 1461470676

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This book is an amateur astronomer’s guide to the mythology and symbolism associated with the celestial bodies in the Solar System, and even includes some of the legendary tales of people who had or have a connection with these objects. It explores different cultures (for example, the Greco-Roman and the Norse) and different times and how stories were used to explain the worlds they saw above them. You’d be amazed how much of our world today reflects the myths and stories of these cultures! Most amateur astronomers are familiar with the various Solar System objects, but they will be only peripherally aware of what ancient cultures thought of these other worlds. In fact, the mythology of the planets challenges many twenty-first century concepts and beliefs There are other books available on astromythology, but this one focuses mostly on our own Solar System, as opposed to the constellations and deep sky objects. Alexander offers a new angle on timeless subjects and is exciting, informative and dramatic, as well as surprisingly relevant to everyday life. Find out for yourself how our modern world is steeped in the bygone worlds of yesteryear.