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The classic collection of Norse mythology as passed down through the eddas and sagas of Iceland.
Here are the timeless tales of Nordic gods, heroes, giants, and elves; the original stories of the hammer-wielding Thor, the powerful and enigmatic Odin, the mischievous trickster Loki, and many others. With epic sweep, high tragedy, and grim humor, these stories explore the creation of the world as well as the great tumult of nature, humanity, life,...
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First published in 1879, this famous treasury of tales from Celtic mythology has long been regarded as a classic in the field. The book was compiled by a noted folklorist who selected and translated the tales from rare Gaelic manuscripts into simple, familiar English. Often based on historical events and legends, these popular narratives were handed down from generation to generation, becoming part of a rich body of romantic lore. Abounding in brave...
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Rooted in an oral tradition, fantastic sagas of Norse mythology found their way into print seven centuries ago, in documents known as the Eddas. This book presents 17 of the most popular tales, from the creation of the world to the death of the gods and the world's destruction.
Masterfully retold, the legends include Odin's trip to Mimer in search of knowledge, the making of Thor's hammer, the loss of Idun's wondrous apples, and the task of securing...
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The Illustrated Aladdin' is a collection of exquisite illustrations gathered together in one beautiful book for all to love and treasure. Escape to the world of The Arabian Nights as we cast a new light on this enchanting and enduring fairy tale.
The classic rags-to-riches tale of young Aladdin and his adventures with his wonderful lamp has captured the imagination of artists for centuries. Pook Press has collected 120 illustrations by twenty different...
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A. J. Glinksi's classic tales provides a marvelous glimpse into the world of Polish legend and folklore-and reveals its closeness and affinity to the greater European family of nations. Glinksi, Poland's master folklore writer, and his nation's equivalent of the Brothers Grimm, spent many years in the mid-nineteenth century travelling all over his nation's lands, listening to and writing down the stories as told to him by the ordinary folk. In this...
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This wonderful book is the second of two volumes of old Persian tales. These 28 tales originate from the province Bakhtiari, Iran and are beautifully illustrated with black and white drawings and many coloured plates by Hilda Roberts. Pook Press celebrates the great Golden Age of Illustration in children's literature. Many of the earliest children's books, particularly those dating back to the 1850s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly...
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Volume I of the first English translation of 'The Nights of Straparola', originally published in 1894. A collection of stories in two volumes written by the Italian Renaissance author, Giovanni Francesco Straparola during the fifteenth century.
The two volumes are divided into nights, where Lords, Ladies, damsels and gentlemen are gathered at a party in Venice and tell each other fairy tales, witty fables, and follies to entertain themselves. 74...
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We firmly believe that the following tales have never seen the light of publicity. They are the folklore of Spain and Portugal. Since the day when Hernando del Castillo, published some of the romances of Spanish chivalry collected from the people, various works have appeared at different times, adding to the already rich store from that inexhaustible mine of song and story. But, unfortunately for those who appreciate originality in a people, it was...
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This wonderful book is the second of two volumes of old Persian tales. These 28 tales originate from the province Bakhtiari, Iran and are beautifully illustrated with black and white drawings and many coloured plates by Hilda Roberts. Pook Press celebrates the great Golden Age of Illustration in children's literature. Many of the earliest children's books, particularly those dating back to the 1850s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly...
11) Legends and Customs of Dorset - Including Legends and Superstitions, Witchcraft and Charms, Birth
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Part of the successful county folklore series - this book is packed full of superstitions, customs and old wives tales. A great book for anybody in or around Dorset, or with an interest in the rich folklore of the United Kingdom. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions,...
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Part of the successful county folklore series - this book is packed full of superstitions, customs and old wives tales. A great book for anybody in or around Cornwall, or with an interest in the rich folklore of the United Kingdom. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions,...
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Extrait : "Jadis, dans nos campagnes, la croyance aux sorciers était presque générale, et la conférence sur les contre-sorts, faite ici par M. Ponchon, nous a montré combien le paysan d'autrefois était constamment préoccupé d'échapper au ténébreux empire de la sorcellerie. A l'heure actuelle, si la croyance à ces sorciers est généralement disparue de nos campagnes, elles ne sont pas moins infestées d'erreurs et de préjugés."
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Extrait : "Les temps ne sont plus aux Contes de nos grand'mères : ils disparaissent avec celles qui les narraient si bien, qui leur donnaient l'accent et la couleur. C'est une page d'histoire des plus intéressantes, des plus curieuses, qui s'efface sous nos yeux sans que nous daignions nous baisser pour la ramasser et la mettre à l'abri. Ces traditions, ces légendes, que sont-elles, en effet sinon la voix des peuples primitifs".
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Extrait : "Regardez l'enfant qu'une folle ronde emporte : ivre de plaisir, il tourne, il chante, il bondit !... et tout à coup, au milieu même de son transport, vous le voyez s'arrêter ; il abandonne les mains de ses compagnons de jeux, il s'éloigne ; il va au coin le plus reculé se reposer un instant de sa joie, et chercher un peu de silence et d'obscurité. Ce besoin de l'enfant, qui ne l'a éprouvé dans le mouvement du monde ?"
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Extrait : "Pour quiconque parcourt les annales de l'ancien royaume de France, la Champagne, ce noble pays des croisés et des trouvères, de Joinville et de Jeanne d'Arc, n'a point encore la célébrité qu'elle mérite. « Le temps approche, dit-on de toutes parts, o ses vieilles archives vont sortir de la poussière pour prendre voix et raconter. Les savants se sont mis à l'œuvre et publient chaque jour le fruit de leurs recherches. »"
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Extrait : "Dans un endroit désert de la Combe, o existait le prieuré des bénédictins de Bellevaux, on voit un petit oratoire. Tous les passants s'agenouillent devant la sainte madone qui orne ce modeste sanctuaire ; puis, leur oraison dite, ils vont boire dans le creux de la main une gorgée à la fontaine voisine et reprennent leur chemin."
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