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Popular beliefs & controversial knowledge

Paperback. By complementing the biblical tradition with the classical, this volume imparts a comprehensive understanding of western mythology. With a preface by Alvin Lee, general editor of the Collected Works of Northrop Frye, Biblical and Classical Myths is an essential volume and represents a unique achievement in scholarship. Series: Frye Studies. Num Pages: 500 pages, 44 illustrations, 4 maps. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBB; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 230 x 28. Weight in Grams: 798.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division
Edition
2nd ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780802086952
ISBN
9780802086952
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.99
€ 48.47

Paperback. 111pp
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Mercier Press Cork
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
9781856353168
ISBN
9781856353168
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.27

Hardback. Examines the northwest American myth of Bigfoot. This book repudiates the evidence purportedly demonstrating the creature's existence. It argues that Bigfoot exists only in the popular imagination. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: JFH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 163 x 22. Weight in Grams: 558.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
AltaMira Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780759105386
ISBN
9780759105386
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 153.81

Paperback. Editor(s): Anderson, E. N. Num Pages: 313 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: ACBK; JFHF; JFSL9; WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 221 x 159 x 23. Weight in Grams: 444.
Edition
UK ed.
Publisher
Hancock House Publishers Ltd ,Canada Canada
Number of pages
313
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Condition
New
SKU
V9780888393609
ISBN
9780888393609
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 23.63

Paperback. There's more to Irish bird folklore than the 'wran' boys and the Children of Lir. Birds have been part of our culture from very early times and there are countless beliefs, proverbs and curses associated with them. This entertaining compendium will bring joy to bird lovers and general readers alike. Num Pages: 360 pages, 150 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; JFHF; WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 192 x 24. Weight in Grams: 538.
Publisher
The Collins Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848893139
ISBN
9781848893139
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.80

Paperback. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JMC; HBJK; JFHC; JPWL2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 229 x 18. Weight in Grams: 336.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Trine Day
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781634240819
ISBN
9781634240819
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 22.70

Paperback. This fascinating collection investigates the origins of our most intriguing superstitions still observed today, and sets them in their historical and social context. Num Pages: 192 pages, Chapter decorations. BIC Classification: JFHF; WZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 130 x 197 x 14. Weight in Grams: 166.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Michael O´Mara Books Ltd
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782434863
ISBN
9781782434863
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 10.09

Hardback. Covering a wide variety of topics, including science, citizenship, gender, and anti-Semitism, the author demonstrates how sin which rhetoric tied to blood and vampires permeated political discourse and transcended the disparate cultures of Great Britain, France, Germany, and the United States, forming a cohesive political and cultural metaphor. Num Pages: 250 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JH; 3JJC; HBLL; HBTB; JFC; JFHF. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Academic Studies Press United States
Number of pages
250
Condition
New
SKU
V9781934843611
ISBN
9781934843611
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 140.85

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGHA; HBJK; HBLW; JFHC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 141 x 11. Weight in Grams: 190.
Publisher
Trine Day United States
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
42189th
Condition
New
SKU
V9781936296835
ISBN
9781936296835
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 21.84

Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 324. Esoteric Societies and Holy Orders, Luminaries and Seers, Symbols and Rituals, and the Key Concepts of Occult Sciences Through the Ages and Around the World. 176 pages, illustrations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: JFH. Dimension: 215 x 140 x 15. Weight: 324.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Weiser Books
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781578634859
ISBN
9781578634859
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 22.26

Paperback. A Salutation in Rhyme Metrically Mirroring and Lauding Scotland's Heroes and Heroines of Innovation and Discovery in a Celebration of Their Contributions to the Good of the Human Race. 128 pages. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKS; FQ; JFHF. Dimension: 209 x 126 x 11. Weight: 168.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Luath Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905222315
ISBN
9781905222315
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.99
€ 8.64

Paperback. Here, Zipes discusses historically and critically the evolution of folk tales as fairy tales, their influence on popular beliefs, the politics behind them and the way they are used in mass media culture today. He looks at a wide range of authors including the Brothers Grimm and Tolkien. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSB; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 139 x 19. Weight in Grams: 392.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Edition
2 Rev Exp
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813190303
ISBN
9780813190303
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.48

Paperback. For centuries the real Mother Goose has been shrouded in mystery; now, finally, her secret identity is revealed. Num Pages: 319 pages. BIC Classification: DSY; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 142 x 27. Weight in Grams: 308.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Moon Books
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782790228
ISBN
9781782790228
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 24.43

Hardback. A fascinating cornucopia of monsters and fabulous creatures from all corners of the world. Num Pages: 384 pages, 200 b and w illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF; VXQM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 127 x 34. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Quercus Publishing
Edition
UK ed.
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857383372
ISBN
9780857383372
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 16.59

Paperback. A uniquely authoritative yet lightly handled examination of the key tales in the corpus of Greek mythology. Series: Brief Histories. Num Pages: 544 pages. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 131 x 36. Weight in Grams: 394. Series: Brief History of. 320 pages. From the origins of the gods through to the homecomings of the Trojan heroes, this title features all the familiar Greek narratives, along with some less familiar characters and motifs. In addition to the tales, it explains key issues arising from the narratives, and discusses the myths and their wider relevance. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1QDAG; JFHF. Dimension: 195 x 131 x 36. Weight: 440.
Publisher
Robinson
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845295127
ISBN
9781845295127
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.10

Paperback. An extravaganza of beautiful princesses and stout stable boys, sour-faced witches and king with hearts of gold. Each tale is a masterpiece of storytelling from the hilarious Three Sillies to the delightfully macabre Sammles ghost. Series: Routledge Classics. Num Pages: 390 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 2AB; DSB; FQ; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 130 x 31. Weight in Grams: 420.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
392
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415286022
ISBN
9780415286022
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 19.85

Paperback. Series: Dover Thrift Editions. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 1QDAR; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 134 x 19. Weight in Grams: 238.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Dover Publications Inc. United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780486411071
ISBN
9780486411071
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.67

Paperback. Series: Cornerstone Editions. Num Pages: 752 pages. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 142 x 50. Weight in Grams: 632.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Tarcher
Condition
New
SKU
V9780399169229
ISBN
9780399169229
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 22.47

Paperback. Series: Modern Library. Num Pages: 880 pages. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 139 x 42. Weight in Grams: 672.
Publisher
Modern Library
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780375751479
ISBN
9780375751479
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.87

Paperback. A collection of epics from the Miao (Hmong) ethnic group of southwest China. The poetic narratives, traditionally performed by two groups of singers, relate the creation of the world and the people and creatures in it. These mythic narratives serves as encyclopedias of traditional myths, legends, and folk customs of the Miao people. Translator(s): Bender, Mark. Num Pages: 256 pages, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1FPC; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 142 x 14. Weight in Grams: 312.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc United States
Number of pages
214
Condition
New
SKU
V9780872208490
ISBN
9780872208490
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.00
€ 17.02

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