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  • Ancient Legends Retold: A Little Book of Robin Hood

    by Michael Dacre ...
    Series series Ancient Legends Retold
    This collection of five tales and one play contains the definitive Robin Hood. They are the earliest ballads and play and still the best of the bunch. 'Robin Hood and the Monk' is the earliest surviving manuscript, dated c.1450, and is considered the greatest of the ballads, though it was probably not sung, being described as a 'talkyng'; 'Robin Hood's Death' is one of the most satisfying ... Read more

    $5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Devonshire Folk Tales

    by Michael Dacre ...
    Devon is a county rich in history and folklore, the roots of which lie in the beliefs of ancient Celtic inhabitants. Long ago, whilst middle England was converted to Christianity, the Celtic people of the edge-lands were still Druids. With no explanation offered for the cycles of hardship and abundance, a large amount of folklore and superstition emerged. Moulded by the land, weather and ... Read more

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  • Myths of the Norsemen

    From the Eddas and Sagas (Illustrated)

    by H.A. Guerber ...
    "There are many books on mythology, but we do not know any quite like the present. It gives in a convenient compass all that the ordinary student need know, and the stories are carefully classified. Mr. Guerber has produced a book which is a delight to mind and eye alike."- The Aberdeen Free PressRichly illustrated and remarkably comprehensive, Myths of the Norsemen opens the gates of the ancient ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • The Mythology of Supernatural

    The Signs and Symbols Behind the Popular TV Show

    by Nathan Robert Brown ...
    A look into the paranormal legends, lore, mythology, and monsters featured on the hit television show Supernatural.From angels to demons, The Mythology of Supernatural explores the religious roots and the ancient folklore of the otherworldly entities that brothers Sam and Dean Winchester face on the hit television show Supernatural—and that have inhabited the shadows of human imagination across ... Read more

    Was $10.99 USD Now $6.99 USD

  • 101 Amazing Mythical Beasts

    ...and Legendary Creatures

    by Jack Goldstein ...
    Did you know that a Hippogriff is supposedly the offspring of a horse and a griffin? Or that a Greek Sphinx generally has a male face, whereas an Egyptian one has a female visage? Where does the Skunk Ape roam, and how can you spot a Kitsune in human form? Is Slenderman the most frightening mythical creature, or is that honour bestowed on the fearsome Gashadokuro? This fantastic book contains ... Read more

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  • The Element Encyclopedia of Magical Creatures

    The Ultimate A–Z of Fantastic Beings from Myth and Magic

    by John Matthews, Caitlin Matthews ...
    From unicorns and trolls to werewolves and griffins, this comprehensive guide is the key to discovering every magical creature from myth, folklore and legend around the world.This compendium of magical creatures explores the history, folklore and mythology of fascinating beasts throughout all the magical worlds. Including stories, celebrations, traditions, and amazing facts, the book spans every ... Read more

    $12.49 USD

  • The Red Fairy Book

    by Andrew Lang ...
    "The Red Fairy Book" is indeed a collection of fairy tales edited by Andrew Lang. It was first published in 1890 as part of Lang's "Coloured Fairy Books" series, which included several volumes of fairy tales from various cultures."The Red Fairy Book" contains a diverse selection of stories from different countries and traditions, including well-known tales such as "Little Red Riding Hood," "The ... Read more

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  • The Oracle

    Ancient Delphi and the Science Behind Its Lost Secrets

    by William J. Broad ...
    A gripping modern-day detective story about the scientific quest to understand the Oracle of DelphiLike Walking the Bible, this fascinating book turns a modern eye on an enduring legend. The Oracle of Delphi was one of the most influential figures in ancient Greece. Human mistress of the god Apollo, she had the power to enter into ecstatic communion with him and deliver his prophesies to men. ... Read more

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  • The World of Lore: Monstrous Creatures

    by Aaron Mahnke ...
    Series Book 1 - The World of Lore
    A fascinating, beautifully illustrated guide to the monsters that are part of our collective psyche, featuring stories from the Lore podcast—now a streaming television series—including “They Made a Tonic,” “Passed Notes,” and “Unboxed,” as well as rare material.They live in shadows—deep in the forest, late in the night, in the dark recesses of our minds. They’re spoken of in stories and ... Read more

    $7.99 USD

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  • Wild Embers

    by Nikita Gill ...
    Discover a powerful and relatable poetry collection of love, loss, and healing -- perfect for fans of Rupi Kaur and Amanda Lovelace.In this magical poetry collection, Nikita Gill unflinchingly explores the fire in every woman and the emotions that lie deep in one's soul. Featuring rewritten fairytale heroines, goddess wisdom, and verse that burns with magnificent beauty, this raw and powerful ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • Bigfoot Observer's Field Manual

    by Robert W. Morgan ...
    Yah-ta-hey. Welcome! May I assume that you are interested in Forest Giants and wish to arrange your very own peaceful encounter? I won't tell you that it is easy. Nevertheless, it is possible and even probable — but only if you follow to the letter the systematic sugges tions contained within this manual.Take care, my friend. ... Read more

    $12.80 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Earliest English Poems

    Anglo-Saxon poetry was produced between 700 and 1000 AD for an audience that delighted in technical accomplishment, and the durable works of Old English verse spring from the source of the English language.Michael Alexander has translated the best of the Old English poetry into modern English and into a verse form that retains the qualities of Anglo-Saxon metre and alliteration. Included in this ... Read more

    $7.39 USD