World Mythology

The Once and Future King returns in this modern day young adult action and adventure novel. If you are familiar with the legends and have seen the excellent movie "Excalibur," then this is the sequel to those events. Sixteen year-old Brian Braddock is having visions of a time long lost, a time and place that he feels somehow strangely connected to. As he strives to figure out what is happening to him he meets a man who reveals himself to be the legendary sorcerer Merlin, he who was the mentor and advisor to one of the greatest leaders the world has ever known. Merlin informs Brian that he ...

According to historical sources, visual symbols are utilized to highlight individual ideas, concepts, groups or persons. In some cases, understanding what a symbol stands for is quite easy. But that’s not always the case. In fact, there are symbols that are complex and their interpretation may prove very challenging. And yet, their importance can be determined by realizing how they have contributed to understanding historical images. People from all over the world utilize symbols for expressing abstract notions or thoughts. They also use them to point out to specific ideologies, or ...

John is an ordinary individual striving to survive as best he can. He lives off the grid and makes money wherever he can find it. But everything changes when he discovers the horrifying truth about his reality and realizes that he may be the harbinger of death for untold billions. “Destroyer of Worlds takes you on an incredible ride into a world where ancient secrets and cosmic forces collide. With non-stop action and a fast-paced plot, this sci-fi adventure keeps you hooked from start to finish. It's like a wild rollercoaster ride, blending action, fantasy, and supernatural elements in ...

During his journeys around Japan, Smith recorded ancient Japanese myths and legends in his personal diaries. The result is a fascinating collection of historical legends from all over Japan, with themes including ghosts, unrequited love, Shinto landscape, tree and ocean spirits, samurai culture and tales driven by Bushido and Buddhist ethics. Gordon Smith's writing combines a realist style with supernatural elements, resulting in an anthology of 'magic realist' tales which will bewitch and captivate listeners.

Voted Book Hippo's Best Paranormal Romance of 2014, the Godhunter Series continues! Is the Godhunter becoming a god? Vervain Lavine finally has a moment to relax. She's defeated Aphrodite, reclaiming the magic that the goddess stole from humans. Now the Godhunter holds the powers of Love, Sex, War, and Victory inside her but she's not really sure if that makes her a goddess. She is fairly certain that she's still mortal, but her new immortal boyfriend, Thor, doesn't seem to be worried about it. What he is worried about is Vervain's bond to a werewolf Prince, and the fact that said Prince is...

Many Indigenous people believe that one should never whistle at night. This belief takes many forms: for instance, Native Hawaiians believe it summons the Hukai’po, the spirits of ancient warriors, and Native Mexicans say it calls Lechuza, a witch that can transform into an owl. But what all these legends hold in common is the certainty that whistling at night can cause evil spirits to appear—and even follow you home. These shiver-inducing tales introduce listeners to ghosts, curses, hauntings, monstrous creatures, complex family legacies, desperate deeds, and chilling acts of revenge.

Meet Lucy Cole, Mythical Mishap Magnet Mythical creatures? They're not just in fairy tales, folks! They're hanging out in Iphigenesis, and guess who's their brand-new guardian? Lucy Cole, who just found out about her new, unwanted destiny! But wait, there's more chaos coming her way! Her almost-adopted mom, Elodie, gets herself kidnapped, and the only way to save her is to find the Key of Apollo, a relic as rare as a unicorn at a coffee shop. No biggie, right? Oh, and she has to ace the Primordial Trials, which are basically like cosmic exams from the gods themselves. Now, armed with zero ...

Back in the Mix: Lucy Cole: Sleepwalker Extraordinaire Meet Lucy Cole, the original animal whisperer and the guardian of Iphigenesis. She's been training hard with the legendary Titans, (yes, those Titans!) and learning the ropes of her new gig. But her life is not all sunshine, rainbows, and dodging Titan traps down in Tartarus. While her dream of being adopted by Elodie is on the horizon, there's a teeny, tiny glitch: Lucy keeps sleepwalking into a mysterious world with no GPS signal or gate key. It's filled with weird ruins and creatures that wouldn't even or the poster children for a ...

Servant to the God of Death, now a prisoner of war. Keres' chains are in the hands of her enemy and he’s bringing her to heel. As twists of fate entangle her, she must learn to play the strings or become the spell-bound puppet. The bargain for freedom, a bond forged in darkness. The deadly game between Gods and mortals has only just begun. ADVANCE PRAISE: "Anastasia King has a wicked and creative mind and I was beside myself for numerous parts of this read. Looking forward to more installments of this series and I cannot recommend this enough. The writing is immaculate. The plot is very ...

Playing celestial blues in dive bars is better than leading armies to slaughter - just ask Kaltron, the most reluctant God of War ever. He'd rather go by Carl, strum to his songs, and avoid his dysfunctional divine family's endless power games. Too bad his overeager brother Yond unleashed Jegu, a soul-devouring horror, threatening gods and mortals alike. Now Carl's got problems. His manipulative dad wants him to pick up the Bright Sword again. His seductive sister keeps trying to rope him into cosmic schemes. The beautiful mortal barmaid Angelina has caught his eye. And oh yeah - there's ...

The Godhunter tries to catch a Tiger Goddess by the Toe! One sip from the Grayel has made Vervain Lavine immortal. She's finally a true goddess, but that doesn't mean she can't die, just that the task of killing the Godhunter has become much harder for those who want her dead. Vervain's list of enemies keeps getting longer and the latest name on it is Xi Wangmu, the Chinese Plague and Tiger Goddess. Xi Wangmu has come to Hawaii, and she's brought Black Death with her. As the Godhunter races to catch a tiger by her toe, more and more obstacles are thrown in her way. From an unhappy alpha ...

The Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard trilogy may have concluded, but we haven't heard the last of our favorite peeps from the Nine Worlds. Join Hearthstone, Blitzen, Samirah, Alex, Jack, T.J., Mallory, Halfborn, and more on a hilarious and unforgettable journey through Rick Riordan's unique take on Norse mythology. While Magnus is off visiting his cousin, Annabeth, his friends find themselves in some sticky, hairy, and smelly situations as they try to outwit moronic giants, murderous creatures, and meddlesome gods. Can they stave off Ragnarok at least until Magnus gets back?

Conoce a los dioses y las diosas griegas, desde el poderoso Zeus, hasta el temperamental Poseidón, la bella Afrodita y todos los personajes de la A a la Z. ¿Quiénes eran los olímpicos y de dónde venían? ¿Por qué fueron derrocados los titanes? ¿De qué manera estos y otros relatos mitológicos configuraron la cultura y la civilización griegas?Los griegos han fascinado a los estudiosos durante mucho tiempo, y aún hoy nos entretienen las historias de su mitología y su panteón.

The Prose Edda and the Poetic Edda are our oldest written sources for Norse mythology. When it comes to the norse myths, they are the closest thing we have to listening these stories as the vikings actually told them, around those ancient campfires so long ago. It is my hope that you will enjoy this collection, and that the two books will work in tandem to broaden and deepen your appreciation for these epic and mystical stories, and the enigmatic culture that spawned them.

Fairies are being turned to stone! Seren is faced with a ruthless enemy who seems to have discovered a way to steal magic from fairies. All evidence points to Lana Clach—ex-queen of the Colorado Underground—but the Councils aren't convinced. Can Ambassador Seren prove Lana's guilt before it's too late? Or is the future already etched in stone?

In Mythologies Without End, Jerome Slater argues that US policies in the region are largely a product of mythologies that are often flatly wrong. For example, the Israelis' treatment of Palestinians after 1948 undermined its claim that it was a true democracy, and the argument that Arab states refused to negotiate with Israel for decades is simply untrue. Because of widespread acceptance of these myths in both the US and Israel, the consequences have been devastating to all of the involved parties.

Blood tells all. Vervain Lavine has been through Hell. Two Hells actually, one of which she's been barred from. Despite all that, things are going pretty well for the Godhunter. At least they were until she turned on the news. Crops across America are dying, children in Hawaii are missing, and havoc is being wrecked upon her nightclub, Moonshine. It's obviously God messing with her again but which one is it this time? There's so many gods who want her dead these days. Then one wrong word sends her tumbling into an unknown realm. A strange place filled with even stranger beings who seem to ...

Time can be a killer. At the battle for Dvārakā, Nyx and her friends were defeated, and now, she wants revenge. She's convinced a god of time to help her, and they intend to change the past. As Nyx's nefarious plan unfolds, the Godhunter is tossed through time with only her instincts and a couple of sassy Consciousnesses to guide her. Will it be enough to get her back to her proper present, or will this time belong to Nyx?

Shawn and Louise Riley can finally afford to move into a home of their own; only to find that they’re not alone! Terrified, Louise confides in a work colleague who volunteers her son, paranormal investigator Malachi Hunter, to take a look. Mal agrees to investigate, assisted by his partner Teena’s teenaged daughter, Carolyn. Called to the bloody aftermath of an occult ceremony in a secluded woodland dell, Detective Constable Bradley Maunder, Teena’s brother, convinces the senior investigating officer to bring Mal in as an advisor, leaving Carolyn and Teena to investigate the Riley ...

Full of tragic heroes, intoxicating love stories, and the unstoppable force of fate, there is no conflict more iconic than the Trojan War. Troy is the story of the epic battle retold by Fry with drama, humor, and vivid emotion. Achilles, Hector, Odysseus, Helen, their lovers, and their mortal enemies all burn bright in Fry's compelling prose. This volume invites you to explore a captivating world with a brilliant storyteller as your guide.