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Paperback. The Moon is not a cold, dead rock but a rich, fascinating world just as alive as Earth. Num Pages: 424 pages, Includes 8-page color insert. BIC Classification: JFH; VXQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 562.
- Publisher
- Destiny Books
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Original
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594774942
- ISBN
- 9781594774942
€ 21.99€ 15.64
€ 21.99
€ 15.64
Paperback. Uncovers the academic scandal par excellence of the 20th century. This book presents the story of how and why up to 75 per cent of the 800 ancient Hebrew and Aramaic manuscripts, hidden for 19 centuries, remained concealed from the world. It has interviews, historical analysis and a close study of both published and unpublished scroll material. Num Pages: 400 pages, 22 b&w halftones. BIC Classification: HRJ; HRLC; JFH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 179 x 111 x 27. Weight in Grams: 238.
- Publisher
- Arrow London
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780099257035
- ISBN
- 9780099257035
€ 14.99€ 11.54
€ 14.99
€ 11.54
Hardcover. A collection of the best-known and most exciting Scottish myths and legends. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; JFHF; WZG; YFJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 135 x 148 x 18. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Publisher
- Gill Books
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780717170265
- ISBN
- 9780717170265
€ 7.40
€ 7.40
Paperback. Series: The New Critical Idiom. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSA; DSY; JFHF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 130 x 16. Weight in Grams: 222.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415616065
- ISBN
- 9780415616065
€ 26.40
€ 26.40
Paperback.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752465647
- ISBN
- 9780752465647
€ 13.19
€ 13.19
Paperback. The 11 tales of the Mabinogion combine Celtic mythology and Arthurian romance. This new translation recreates the storytelling world of medieval Wales and re-invests the tales with the power of performance. Translator(s): Davies, Sioned. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 336 pages, one map. BIC Classification: 1DBKW; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 196 x 128 x 22. Weight in Grams: 248.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, USA
- Number of pages
- 336
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199218783
- ISBN
- 9780199218783
€ 11.99€ 10.58
€ 11.99
€ 10.58
Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, b/w illus. BIC Classification: JFH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 154 x 20. Weight in Grams: 536.
- Publisher
- Adventures Unlimited Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781931882392
- ISBN
- 9781931882392
€ 22.62
€ 22.62
Paperback. In the 15th century a new home was built for the priceless holy relics taken from Jerusalem centuries before - a building that, to the initiated, would explain everything about what had gone before and a structure that would be a recreation of the Herodian Temple on the Mount in Jerusalem. This is Rosslyn Chapel and here are its secrets. Num Pages: 304 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; AMN; JFH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 21. Weight in Grams: 370.
- Publisher
- Watkins Publishing LTD
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780284927
- ISBN
- 9781780284927
€ 19.99€ 15.52
€ 19.99
€ 15.52
Hardcover. Illustrator(s): Lamb, Kathryn. Num Pages: 96 pages, cartoon. BIC Classification: 1DST; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 151 x 14. Weight in Grams: 396.
- Publisher
- Stacey International United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- Bilingual
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905299065
- ISBN
- 9781905299065
€ 13.99€ 13.04
€ 13.99
€ 13.04
Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages, ill. BIC Classification: 1DDF; HRCC2; JFHF; JFSV1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 153 x 20. Weight in Grams: 412.
- Publisher
- Red Wheel/Weiser United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781578633159
- ISBN
- 9781578633159
€ 20.33
€ 20.33
Paperback. A collection of tales from Sussex. It includes such colorful themes as lost bells, buried treasures, dragons, fairies and the devil. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 344.
- Publisher
- The History Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752451008
- ISBN
- 9780752451008
€ 18.45
€ 18.45
Hardcover. For centuries, people have been fascinated and enchanted by tales of mermaids. These watery temptresses can be found in folklore and mythology from every tradition in the world. This title delves into the myths surrounding these enigmatic beings, explores the common symbols associated with them, and presents tales of merfolk from around the world. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 143 x 20. Weight in Grams: 358. An Enchanting Exploration of Their Myths, Legend, and Lore. 224 pages, illustrations. For centuries, people have been fascinated and enchanted by tales of mermaids. These watery temptresses can be found in folklore and mythology from every tradition in the world. This title delves into the myths surrounding these enigmatic beings, explores the common symbols associated with them, and presents tales of merfolk from around the world. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: JFHF. Dimension: 197 x 143 x 20. Weight: 356.
- Publisher
- Adams Media
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781440538575
- ISBN
- 9781440538575
€ 16.00€ 13.43
€ 16.00
€ 13.43
Paperback. The discovery of King Arthur Num Pages: 244 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 199 x 14. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Publisher
- The History Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- New edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750942119
- ISBN
- 9780750942119
€ 15.99€ 13.07
€ 15.99
€ 13.07
Paperback. With his philosophical and scientific training, the author brought a systematic discipline to the field of spiritual research. This book contains samples of his work. It brings together excerpts from his many talks and writings on the subject of Atlantis. Translator(s): Arnim, C. von. Num Pages: 112 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 127 x 10. Weight in Grams: 118.
- Publisher
- Rudolf Steiner Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 112
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781855841949
- ISBN
- 9781855841949
€ 7.28
€ 7.28
Hardcover. A retelling of Greek myths is combined here with a comprehensive account of the world in which the myths developed - their themes, their relevance to Greek religion and society, and their relationship to the landscape. Num Pages: 256 pages, 330 illustrations, 139 in colour. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HRKP; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 262 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1198.
- Publisher
- Thames & Hudson Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- 01st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780500251218
- ISBN
- 9780500251218
€ 32.99€ 23.74
€ 32.99
€ 23.74
Mythic Creatures: And the Impossibly Real Animals Who Inspired Them (A...
Norell, Dr. Mark A., Kendall, Laurel, Ellis, ...
Hardcover. Based on the American Museum of Natural History exhibition Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids, this stunning volume explores an array of mythological creatures - and the animals that inspired them. Series: American Museum of Natural History S. Num Pages: 208 pages, full colour photographs and illustrations. BIC Classification: 3F; 3H; 3J; HBTB; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 292 x 25. Weight in Grams: 908.
- Publisher
- Sterling Signature
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781454922193
- ISBN
- 9781454922193
€ 29.99€ 21.30
€ 29.99
€ 21.30
Paperback. Focuses on the Grail stories and the arrival of Christianity to Somerset. This title illustrates important links between Glastonbury and the Celtic settlement at Old Lammana in Cornwall; and examines old tales of an object of great importance - known as 'the Sovran cloth' - secretly hidden at both places. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations, geneal. table. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 164 x 11. Weight in Grams: 304.
- Publisher
- The History Press
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752470252
- ISBN
- 9780752470252
€ 16.21
€ 16.21
Paperback. Translator(s): Guterman, N. Series: The Pantheon Fairy Tale & Folklore Library. Num Pages: 672 pages, Illustrated. BIC Classification: FQ; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 154 x 39. Weight in Grams: 844.
- Publisher
- Random House USA Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 672
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1973
- Edition
- Reissue
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780394730905
- ISBN
- 9780394730905
€ 21.99€ 17.18
€ 21.99
€ 17.18
Paperback. Provides an analysis of ancient prophecies and modern theories which suggest the year 2012 as a huge time of change and transformation. Num Pages: 352 pages, 197 b&w illustrations, 22 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: JFH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 176 x 23. Weight in Grams: 746.
- Publisher
- Vital Signs Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 352
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780955060809
- ISBN
- 9780955060809
€ 17.99€ 14.67
€ 17.99
€ 14.67
Paperback. This introductory text offers a chronological account of the main Greek myths in surviving literary and artistic sources, and also examines the history of interpretation of Greek mythology from the 17th century to the present. It examines the relationship between Greek myths and epic poetry. Translator(s): Marier, Thomas. Num Pages: 264 pages, 12, 12 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 2AHA; DSBB; HRKP; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 141 x 16. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Publisher
- The Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801853951
- ISBN
- 9780801853951
€ 26.99€ 25.08
€ 26.99
€ 25.08
Hardcover. From antiquity to the Middle Ages, the bear's centrality in cults and mythologies left traces in European languages, literatures, and legends. Michel Pastoureau considers how this once venerated creature was deposed by Christianity and continued to sink lower in the symbolic bestiary before rising again in Pyrrhic triumph as the teddy bear. Translator(s): Holoch, George. Num Pages: 384 pages, 36 color illustrations. BIC Classification: HBTB; HRAX; JFCA; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 241 x 31. Weight in Grams: 710.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- Tra
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674047822
- ISBN
- 9780674047822
€ 31.99€ 30.59
€ 31.99
€ 30.59
Paperback. Everything your rulers never wanted you to know and you were afraid to ask. Series: Mammoth Books. Num Pages: 560 pages. BIC Classification: JFHC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 132 x 39. Weight in Grams: 398. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear.
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- Robinson Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- SKU
- KTG0013073
- ISBN
- 9781845296087
€ 4.64
€ 4.64
Paperback. This first of four volumes accurately translating the wonderful tales of the Arabian nights. Editor(s): Mardrus, J. C.; Mathers, E. P. Num Pages: 656 pages. BIC Classification: FA; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 133 x 36. Weight in Grams: 686. Original green cloth. Illustrated by W.H. Robinson. All prints present. Light foxing
- Condition
- Used, Good
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 678
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1986
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- KOC0003137
- ISBN
- 9780415045391
€ 27.99€ 24.00
€ 27.99
€ 24.00
Paperback. Includes tales such as young women go on long and difficult quests, wicked stepmothers turn children into geese and tsars ask dangerous riddles, with help or hindrance from magical dolls, cannibal witches, talking skulls, stolen wives, and brothers disguised as wise birds. Editor(s): Chandler, Robert. Translator(s): Chandler, Robert; Chandler, Robert; Chandler, Robert. Num Pages: 496 pages. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; FQ; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 127 x 196 x 29. Weight in Grams: 358.
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 496
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780141442235
- ISBN
- 9780141442235
€ 13.99€ 10.79
€ 13.99
€ 10.79