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Mesoamerican Mythology: A Captivating Guide to Maya Mythology, Aztec Mythology, Inca Mythology, and Central American Myths (World Mythologies)

£13.55
If you’re looking for a captivating collection of Inca Myths, then keep reading…

This book includes four captivating manuscripts:

  • Maya Mythology: Captivating Maya Myths of Gods, Goddesses and Legendary Creatures
  • Aztec Mythology: Captivating Aztec Myths of Gods, Goddesses, and Legendary Creatures
  • Inca Mythology: Captivating Inca Myths of Gods, Goddesses, and Legendary Creatures
  • Central American Mythology: Captivating Myths of Gods, Goddesses, and Legendary Creatures of Ancient Mexico and Central America

In the first part of this book, you’ll find the following Maya myths and topics covered

  • Two Creation Myths
  • The Downfall of Seven Macaw
  • The Boyhood Deeds of Hunahpu and Xbalanque
  • Ballgames in Xibalba
  • The Deaths and Resurrections of Hunahpu and Xbalanque
  • The Man Who Became a Buzzard
  • How the Sun and Moon Became Man and Wife
  • Rabbit Gets His Drink
  • And many more!

In the second part of this book, you’ll find the following Aztec myths and topics covered

  • The Legend of the Suns
  • The Deeds of Mixcoatl
  • The Origin of Maize and the Creation of Pulque
  • The Fall of Xochiquetzal
  • The Fate of Souls
  • Huitzilopochtli and the Founding of Tenochtitlan
  • Huemac Plays the Ball Game
  • And many more!

In the third part of this book, you’ll find the following Inca myths and topics covered

  • Stories of the Gods
  • Inca Political Myths
  • Five Andean Folktales and an Inca Play
  • And much, much more!

In the fourth part of this book, you’ll find the following Central American myths and topics covered

  • Olocupinele Creates the World (Dule/Cuna, Panama)
  • Watakame’ and the Great Flood (Wixáritari/Huichol, Mexico)
  • Yomomuli and the Talking Tree (Yoeme/Yaqui, Mexico)
  • How the Sea Was Made (Cabécar, Costa Rica)
  • Mother Scorpion’s Country (Miskito, Nicaragua)
  • The Childhood of the Sun and the Moon (qne-a tnya-e/Chatino, Mexico)
  • The Invisible Hunters (Miskito, Nicaragua)
  • The King of the Peccaries (Bribri, Costa Rica)
  • How Opossum Stole Fire (Mazatec, Mexico)
  • Uncle Rabbit and Uncle Tiger (Nicaragua)
  • And much, much more!

So if you want to learn more about these four mythologies, click “buy now”!

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Mesopotamia: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Mesopotamian History and Civilizations, Including the Sumerians and Sumerian Mythology, Gilgamesh, Ur, … Persian Empire (Exploring Ancient History)

£17.80
If you want to discover the remarkable history of Mesopotamia, then keep reading…

Seven captivating manuscripts in one book:

  • Sumerians: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Sumerian History, Sumerian Mythology and the Mesopotamian Empire of the Sumer Civilization
  • Gilgamesh: A Captivating Guide to Gilgamesh the King and the Epic of Gilgamesh
  • Ur: A Captivating Guide to One of the Most Important Sumerian City-States in Ancient Mesopotamia
  • Assyrian History: A Captivating Guide to the Assyrians and Their Powerful Empire in Ancient Mesopotamia
  • Babylon: A Captivating Guide to the Kingdom in Ancient Mesopotamia, Starting from the Akkadian Empire to the Battle of Opis Against Persia, Including Babylonian Mythology and the Legacy of Babylonia
  • Hammurabi: A Captivating Guide to the Sixth King of the First Babylonian Dynasty, Including the Code of Hammurabi
  • The Persian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the History of Persia, Starting from the Ancient Achaemenid, Parthian, and Sassanian Empires to the Safavid, Afsharid, and Qajar Dynasties

Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include:

  • The Ancient Sumerians In a Nutshell
  • The Social Structure of Ancient Sumerians
  • The Religion and Mythology of Ancient Sumerians
  • The Sumerian Kingdoms Chronology
  • The Everyday Life of Ancient Sumerians
  • And much, much more!

Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book include:

  • The History of the Epic
  • All Eleven Tablets
  • Sumerian Poems About Gilgamesh
  • And much, much more!

In part 3 of this book, you will:

  • Get a sense of how Ur came to existence, how it grew, reached its zenith, fell, re-rose, and ultimately perished until it reemerged a little over a century and a half ago
  • Learn of its history, laden with wars, trade, divine worship, political corruption, and entertainment
  • And much, much more!

Some of the topics covered in part 4 of this book include:

  • The Assyrians Arrive in Mesopotamia: The Early Assyrian Period
  • The Birth of a Civilization: The Old Assyrian Empire to the Middle Assyrian Empire
  • The Beginning of the Neo-Assyrian Empire
  • Imperial Expansion and the Golden Age of the Neo-Assyrian Empire
  • The Fall of the Empire
  • Assyrian Government
  • And much, much more!

Some of the topics covered in part 5 of this book include:

  • The Land of the Babylonians
  • Life, Culture, and Gender Roles Throughout the Years
  • Where Superstition Met Science
  • Babylonia Before the Babylonians
  • The Amorite Dynasty or the First Babylonians
  • The First Fall of Babylon and the Rise of the Kassites
  • Assyrian Domination and Rule, 911-619 BCE
  • And much, much more!

Some of the topics covered in part 6 of this book include:

  • Babylon Before Hammurabi: Position of the City in Mesopotamia, Early Rulers
  • Rise of Hammurabi: Wars and Achievements Chronology of Hammurabi
  • Hammurabi’s Character: Physical Appearance, Relations with Other Rulers, Glimpses of His Personality
  • The Code of Hammurabi and Early Mesopotamian Law
  • And much, much more!

Some of the topics covered in part 7 of this book include:

  • Who Are the Persians? The History of Human Population in Iran
  • The Birth of the Achaemenid Empire: The Rise and Reign of Cyrus the Great
  • The Glory of the Achaemenid Empire: Cambyses & Darius
  • And much, much more!

So if you want to learn more about Mesopotamia, scroll up and click the “add to cart” button!

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Mystery Cults in the Ancient World

£14.15
A landmark study of ancient Greek and Roman cults, from the nocturnal mysteries at Eleusis to the cults of Dionysus and Mithras.

Mystery cults are one of the most intriguing areas of Greek and Roman religion. In the nocturnal mysteries at Eleusis, participants dramatically re-enacted the story of Demeter’s loss and recovery of her daughter Persephone; in Bacchic cult, bands of women ran wild in the Greek countryside to honour Dionysus; in the mysteries of Mithras, men came to understand the nature of the universe and their place within it through frightening initiation ceremonies and astrological teachings.

These cults were an important part of life in the ancient Mediterranean world, but their actual practices were shrouded in secrecy, and much of what they were about has remained unclear until now. This is the first book to describe and explain all the major mystery cults of the ancient world, cult by cult, reconstructing the rituals and exploring their origins. It makes plentiful use of artistic and archaeological evidence, as well as ancient literature and epigraphy. Greek painted pottery, Roman frescoes, inscribed gold tablets from Greek and South Italian tombs and the excavated sites of ancient religious sanctuaries all contribute to our understanding of ancient mystery cults. Making use of the most recent work on these cults, the book is also informed by crucial current work on the anthropology and cognitive science of religion.

Not only is this clearly written book a significant contribution to the study of these cults, but it is also accessible to a general readership. More than any other book on ancient religion, it allows the reader to understand what it was like to participate in these life-transforming religious events.

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Mythica: A New History of Homer’s World, Through the Women Written Out of It

£19.65

Did you love Madeline Miller’s Circe? Pat Barker’s The Silence of the Girls? Jennifer Saint’s Elektra? Natalie Haynes’ A Thousand Ships?

But did you ever wonder who the real women behind the myths of the Trojan War were?

Now award-winning classicist and historian Emily Hauser takes readers on an epic journey to uncover the astonishing true story of the real women behind ancient Greece’s greatest legends – and the real heroes of those ancient epics, Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey.

Because, contrary to perceptions built up over three millennia, ancient history is not all about men – and it’s not only men’s stories that deserve to be told . . .

In Mythica Emily Hauser tells, for the first time, the extraordinary stories of the real women behind some of the western world’s greatest legends. Following in their footsteps, digging into the history behind Homer’s epic poems, piecing together evidence from the original texts, recent astonishing archaeological finds and the latest DNA studies, she reveals who these women – queens, mothers, warriors, slaves – were, how they lived, and how history has (or has not – until now) remembered them.

A riveting new history of the Bronze Age Aegean and a journey through Homer’s epics charted entirely by women – from Helen of Troy, Briseis, Cassandra and Aphrodite to Circe, Athena, Hera, Calypso and Penelope – Mythica is a ground-breaking reassessment of the reality behind the often-mythologized women of Greece’s greatest epics, and of the ancient world itself as we learn ever more about it.

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Myths from Mesopotamia Creation, The Flood, Gilgamesh, and Others (Oxford World’s Classics)

£7.85
The ancient civilization of Mesopotamia thrived between the rivers Tigris and Euphrates over 4,000 years ago. The myths collected here, originally written in cuneiform on clay tablets, include parallels with the biblical stories of the Creation and the Flood, and the famous Epic of Gilgamesh, the tale of a man of great strength, whose heroic quest for immortality is dashed through one moment of weakness.

Recent developments in Akkadian grammar and lexicography mean that this new translation, complete with notes, a glossary of deities, place-names, and key terms, and illustrations of the mythical monsters featured in the text, will replace all other versions.
ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World’s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford’s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

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Norse Paganism & Mythology Ultimate Collection 3:1: Be transported into the world of Viking culture and history. Discover the magic and mysticism of … & How to Incorporate into Your everyday life)

£28.30

Suspend your disbelief and embark on a journey through time and space, stepping into a world of Norse magic, paganism, runes, mythology, and mystery.

Have you always been fascinated by Norse mythology and its myriad of powerful gods—including Odin, Thor, Loki, Freya, and Baldur?

Have the Norse runes always mystified you, and would you love to know more about their history, symbolism, and usage?

Would you like to harness the power of Norse magic, rites, and rituals so you can connect with the extraordinary Norse gods and goddesses?

If so, look no further. Norse Magic, Runes & Mythology is the ideal guide that will take you through the past and present of the mysterious, fascinating, symbolic world of Norse paganism.

Norse practices, rites, and rituals are far from limited to a bygone era.

Rather, the knowledge they contain has been passed on from generation to generation, and you, too, can harness the power of Norse magic in your daily life.

Norse Magic, Runes & Mythology contain a perfect blend of information about myths, realms,gods, and practical information on how to apply Norse magic in your life to guide you and assist you in achieving your goals.

Within its pages, you will find

● An introduction to Norse magic featuring information on Odin’s tale of sacrifice, the nature of magic, and the power of language.

● Engaging information on Norse cosmology and the history of the world—from the Ginnungagap to the creation of the Nine Realms and the importance of the World Tree.

● The enigmatic gods and goddesses who shaped an array of worlds and resided in them—including the Æsir (such as Odin and Frigg) and the Vanir (Nerthus and Kvasir).

● Norse paganism—its characteristics, beliefs, and rituals—and how you can practice it and harness its power.

● The runes—their history, symbol, meaning, and usage. Discover how to cast, bind, and store runes.

● The key elements of Norse magic—including seiðr, spá, and galdr, plus key information about domestic and healing magic.

● Powerful Norse rites you can practice today—such as prayer and offerings, blót, Sumbel, and naming and wedding ceremonies.

If you always thought that Norse magic belonged exclusively to the Gods, think again. Magic was and continues to be part of the Norse pagan community, and you can use it to divine the future, ask the Gods for something you desire or lend tradition and beauty to ceremonies such as your wedding.

Plus, as a bonus, you will get Guide to Norse Paganism & Guide to Norse Pagan Holidays; in these, you will discover…

  • A detailed guide to what it takes to be a Norse Paganist – explore the world of Norse traditions, beliefs, mystical practices, and more
  • Elves, dwarves, trolls, giants, and many magical creatures and monsters in a comprehensive Norse bestiary
  • The cycle of birth and death and how it shaped the Viking culture
  • How to practice your beliefs while living in modern times – discover a complete framework to becoming a Norse Pagan
  • A comprehensive guide to celebrating Norse paganism – explore the festivities of nature, people, and magic deeply rooted in Norse customs throughout the year


And much more…

All this is just the tip of the iceberg. Within the Norse traditions, you’ll find a more profound and meaningful way to live your life.

Its refreshing and liberating ways allow you to unlock your spiritual, physical, material, and emotional potential.

So, what are you waiting for?

The world of Norse Paganism awaits you – scroll up and click “Add to Cart” right now.

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