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Popular beliefs & controversial knowledge

Paperback. Series: Samuel and Althea Stroum Books. Num Pages: 140 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KB; ACBK; HBJK; JFCA; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 184 x 8. Weight in Grams: 273.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
140
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295971605
ISBN
9780295971605
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.23

paperback. William N Fenton's contributions to the understanding of the cultures and histories of the Iroquois are formidable. This volume includes Fenton's classic studies of such key issues as Iroquois folklore, factionalism, and the repatriation of material culture; and discussions of theory and practice and the methodology of 'upstreaming'. Editor(s): Starna, William A.; Campisi, Jack. Series: The Iroquoians & Their World. Num Pages: 398 pages, 10 Illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KB; GTB; JFHF; JFSL9; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 464.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
University of Nebraska Press United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
398
Condition
New
SKU
V9780803216075
ISBN
9780803216075
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 41.75

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

Hardback. Exploring an ambiguous region between recognized findings and unfettered imagination, this book explores the multifaceted, far-reaching, and often contentious attempts of people with contrasting worldviews to develop convincing and satisfying interpretations of rapidly accumulating discoveries in physics, astronomy, and biology. Num Pages: 244 pages, bibliog., index. BIC Classification: HRA; JFHF; PDZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 147 x 217 x 18. Weight in Grams: 398.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Berghahn Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845452865
ISBN
9781845452865
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 154.48

hardcover. Num Pages: 257 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 178 x 134 x 23. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Changing Lives Press United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
257
Condition
New
SKU
V9780989452960
ISBN
9780989452960
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 25.34

Hardback. A rich and astounding collection of stories transcribed directly from the Inuit of Greenland in the 1930s Num Pages: 228 pages, 5 illus. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 481.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University Press of New England United States
Number of pages
228
Condition
New
SKU
V9780982915509
ISBN
9780982915509
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.55

paperback. This survey of myth-collecting in British Columbia evaluates the work of luminaries such as Boas, Teit, Hill-Tout, Barbeau and Swanton. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1FKA; 3D; GBC; HRQ; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 314.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1982
Publisher
Talon Books,Canada Canada
Edition
3rd ed.
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780889221895
ISBN
9780889221895
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.37

Paperback. The primary aim of this book is to focus on contemporary issues and to promote interdisciplinary approaches within the subject. Written by international scholars and practitioners in fields such as folklore, ethnomusicology, art history, religious studies, tourism and education, the book brings together in one volume a wide range of perspectives. Editor(s): Hale, Amy; Payton, Philip. Num Pages: 245 pages. BIC Classification: 2AF; DSB; HBTB; HRKP2; JFHF; JFSL; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 414.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University of Exeter Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
245
Condition
New
SKU
V9780859895873
ISBN
9780859895873
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.87

Paperback. Offers a selection from one of Europe's richest traditions of folk literature. Editor(s): Popa, Vasko. Translator(s): Harvey, Andrew; Pennington, Anne. Series: Poetica. Num Pages: 104 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AGS; DCQ; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 139 x 9. Weight in Grams: 154.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Carcanet Press Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
Rev ed
Number of pages
104
Condition
New
SKU
V9780856464195
ISBN
9780856464195
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.46

Paperback. Exploring issues of gender in Tang-dynasty literature and culture, Jowen Tung draws on a comprehensive range of historical, literary and social texts to unravel the complex mechanisms of one of the world's oldest patriarchal systems. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPC; DSBB; HBJF; HBLC; JFHF; JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 148 x 14. Weight in Grams: 360.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780847695133
ISBN
9780847695133
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.61

Paperback. Traces the search for American tradition and national identity through folklore and folklife from the 19th century onwards. This work shows how American thinkers and leaders have used folklore - ranging from Paul Bunyan and Davey Crockett to quilts, cowboys, and immigrants - to express the meaning and mystique of their country. Series: American Visions: Readings in American Culture. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GTB; HBJK; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 260 x 20. Weight in Grams: 492.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Scholarly Resources Inc.,U.S. United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780842028929
ISBN
9780842028929
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.45

hardcover. Traces the search for American tradition and national identity through folklore and folklife from the 19th century onwards. This work shows how American thinkers and leaders have used folklore - ranging from Paul Bunyan and Davey Crockett to quilts, cowboys, and immigrants - to express the meaning and mystique of their country. Series: American Visions: Readings in American Culture. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GTB; HBJK; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780842028912
ISBN
9780842028912
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 159.49

Hardback. This work assumes the importance of the biblical mythology of 'Adam' for both Judaism and Christianity and provides a comparative reference point for examining that mythology as an expression of the human situation. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HRCM; HRJ; HRLB; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780819184979
ISBN
9780819184979
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 110.64

Hardback. In this Appalachian variant of the traditional tale, Jack trades his old cow to a gypsy for three beans that are guaranteed to feed him his entire life. Illustrator(s): Tomes, Margot. Num Pages: colour illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 197 x 10. Weight in Grams: 227.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813117355
ISBN
9780813117355
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 25.54

Paperback. Series: New Books for New Readers S. Num Pages: 66 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF; VXQG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 4. Weight in Grams: 96.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Number of pages
66
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813109091
ISBN
9780813109091
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.14

textbook. An annotated bibliography of 779 entries divided into five sections: Novels; Anthologies and Novellas; Young Adult; Additional Readings; Unread Undead. Separate author and title indexes are included. Illustrator(s): Temo, Joan. Num Pages: 176 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: DSB; GBCR; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 136 x 12. Weight in Grams: 236.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
Edition
Annotated
SKU
V9780810835047
ISBN
9780810835047
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 79.85

hardcover. Lists the most important English-language studies of myth theory, which attempt to answer the questions: What is 'myth?' How does it function in human society, and how is it to be interpreted? Series: Magill Bibliographies S. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSA; GBCR; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 144 x 18. Weight in Grams: 435.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
Edition
Annotated
SKU
V9780810833883
ISBN
9780810833883
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 108.36

Hardback. Alphabetically arranged entries on all the major gods, goddesses, myths, and themes of Egyptian mythology. Num Pages: 256 pages, 50ill. BIC Classification: 1QDAE; GBC; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 148 x 23. Weight in Grams: 435.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810829671
ISBN
9780810829671
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 111.62

Hardback. These hard-to-find writings afford an inside look at the emergence of Girard's scapegoat theory from his pioneering analysis of rivalry and desire. Girard unbinds the Oedipal triangle from its Freudian moorings, replacing desire for the mother with desire for anyone--or anything--a rival desires. Editor(s): Anspach, Mark R. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DNF; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 17. Weight in Grams: 367.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804747790
ISBN
9780804747790
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 137.80

Hardback. Is the "Oedipus complex" universal? This book examines the controversial question in light of its collection of 139 family complex folktales from every world cultural area and every level of social complexity, the largest such collection ever made. Num Pages: 360 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: DSB; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 25. Weight in Grams: 705.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804725767
ISBN
9780804725767
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 162.05

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