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  • Myths of Babylonia and Assyria

    The Gods of Sumer, Babylon and Nineveh

    Marduk against the dragon of chaos, the descent of Ishtar, Gilgamesh and the flood - the Mesopotamian material as the cuneiform tablets were giving it up. Mackenzie wrote for readers meeting a civilisation that had been entirely lost until within living memory. This edition is bound with sixteen plates of painting, among them works by Degas and Phoenician and Nimrud artists, and twenty-nine ... Read more

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  • Indian Myth and Legend

    From the Vedas to the Buddha

    The gods and epics of India set out in order - the Vedic hymns, the churning of the ocean, the Mahabharata and the Ramayana - for readers meeting the material for the first time. Mackenzie wrote a whole shelf of these national mythologies and this is among the clearest. This edition is bound with 56 plates of painting, among them works by Rubens, Luca Giordano and Dionys van Nijmegen, ranging in ... Read more

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  • Myths of China and Japan

    Dragon Kings, the Sun Goddess, the Eight Immortals

    The myths of China and Japan set beside those of India, Babylon and Europe: the dragon kings, the sun goddess, the eight immortals, the culture heroes and the flood. Donald Mackenzie wrote a shelf of mythology volumes in the 1920s and was interested chiefly in the borrowings between them. His diffusionist theory is out of favour; the retellings are clear and the comparisons still provoke. Twenty ... Read more

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  • Indian Myth And Legend

    This volume deals with the myths and legends of India, which survive to us in the rich and abundant store-house of Sanskrit literature, and with the rise and growth of Brahmanism, Buddhism, Jainism, &c. The reader is introduced to the various sacred works of the Hindus, including the ancient invocatory hymns of the four Vedas, the later speculative and expository "Forest Books" in which "the ... Read more

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  • Teutonic Myth And Legend

    This volume deals with the myths and legends of the Teutonic peoples--Norsemen, Goths, Vandals, Burgundians, Franks, Angles, Saxons, and all the other Germanic tribes whose descendants now occupy England, Northern France, Switzerland, Belgium, Holland, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Iceland. The volume might have been called Northern European Myth and Legend. It is the body of folk tales, ... Read more

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  • Myths of Crete and Pre-Hellenic Europe

    In "Myths of Crete and Pre-Hellenic Europe," Donald A. Mackenzie delves into the ancient myths, legends, and religious beliefs of the Minoan civilization of Crete and other early cultures that existed before the rise of classical Greek civilization. He examines the connections between these ancient myths and the broader mythological traditions of Europe.The book covers a wide range of topics, ... Read more

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  • The Prehistoric World Unveiled: 21 Essential Reads

    Foundational Writings on Human Origins, Stone Tools, Cave Art, and Ancient Civilizations

    The Prehistoric World Unveiled: 21 Essential Reads assembles a capacious inquiry into humanity's deep past, moving among archaeology, paleontology, antiquarian scholarship, comparative history, and speculation about vanished cultures. Its selections range from documentary and analytical prose to evocative reconstructions of prehistoric life, tracing artifacts, monuments, migrations, technologies, ... Read more

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  • Golf Enthusiast's Collection: 9 Essential Reads

    Classic Instruction, Sporting Essays, Comic Fiction, and the Culture of the Early Game

    Golf Enthusiast's Collection: 9 Essential Reads surveys golf not merely as a pastime but as a social ritual, technical discipline, comic occasion, and imaginative landscape. Its nine selections range across instruction, sporting reflection, travel-inflected observation, and light fiction, revealing the stylistic elasticity of early golf literature. Practical discussions of play and etiquette sit ... Read more

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  • Myths of China and Japan

    Myths of China and Japan by Donald A. Mackenzie is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient mythologies and folklore of two major East Asian cultures: China and Japan. In this work, Mackenzie delves into the mythological traditions, gods, legendary heroes, and cosmological stories that have shaped the cultural and spiritual lives of the Chinese and Japanese people over millennia. The book offers ... Read more

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  • Myths of Babylonia and Assyria

    Donald A. Mackenzie was a Scottish folklorist and writer who had a keen interest in mythology and ancient cultures. In "Myths of Babylonia and Assyria," he delves into the rich mythological traditions of these ancient civilizations, drawing from cuneiform texts, tablets, and other ancient sources.The book covers a wide range of topics, including creation myths, tales of gods and goddesses, epic ... Read more

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  • Golf Architecture: Economy in Course Construction and Green-Keeping

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    "Golf Architecture: Economy in Course Construction and Green-Keeping" by A. Mackenzie is a seminal work that delves into the principles of designing golf courses with an emphasis on both aesthetics and functionality. Mackenzie, a renowned golf course architect, shares his insights on how to create courses that are not only challenging for players but also harmonious with the natural landscape. His ... Read more

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  • Indian Myth and Legend

    "Indian Myth and Legend" by Donald A. Mackenzie is a captivating exploration of the rich tapestry of Indian folklore and mythology. The book delves into the diverse narratives that shape the cultural landscape of India, presenting tales of gods, heroes, and mythical creatures. Mackenzie meticulously compiles stories from various regions, highlighting the unique traditions and beliefs that have ... Read more

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