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Discover the cross-cultural wisdom of myths and folktales from around the world in these excellent, affordable collections. From the myths of China and Japan to the folk tales of Ireland and the legends of the Middle Ages, these books will inform and delight you and open a window on world culture.
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Recommendations... Nordic Gods and Heroes
by Padraic Colum, Willy Pogány
Simple, dramatic tales of gods and goddesses who dwell in Asgard: exploits of Odin and Thor, winning of Brynhild, twilight of the gods, more. Over 40 illustrations.
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| |  Myths and Legends of Japan
by F. Hadland Davis
The most popular myths and legends of gods, heroes, and warriors; Buddha; the goddess Benten and the god Daikoku; and many more. Handsomely illustrated with 32 full-page plates.
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 Maori Tattooing
by H. G. Robley
Maori tattooing (moko) communicates the bearer's genealogy, tribal affiliation, and spirituality. This definitive study discusses the distinctions between men and women's moko, patterns and designs, and moko in legend and song.
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| |  The Elementary Forms of the Religious Life
by Émile Durkheim, Joseph Ward Swain
A founder of modern sociology examines animism, naturism, totemism, myth, and ritual in this 1912 classic, which traces the source of religion and morality to a collective consciousness.
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 Anthropology and Modern Life
by Franz Boas
The great anthropologist's classic treatise on race and culture. One of the most influential books of the century, now available in a value-priced edition. Introduction by Ruth Bunzel.
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| |  Myths and Folk Tales of Ireland
by Jeremiah Curtin
Twenty folk tales represent hundreds of years of the collective Irish imagination. Vivid descriptions of battles with giants, humans imprisoned in animals' bodies, heroes with incredible strength, and more.
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 The Secret Commonwealth of Elves, Fauns and Fairies
by Robert Kirk, Andrew Lang
A 17th-century Scottish minister roamed the Highlands, talking to country folk about their encounters with supernatural creatures. This remarkable work offers rare glimpses into their world of everyday enchantment.
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| |  The Myths of Greece and Rome
by H. A. Guerber
A classic of mythology, generously illustrated, long prized for its accurate retelling of the principal myths of Greece and Rome, and for its commentary on their origins and significance.
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 Celtic Myths and Legends
by T. W. Rolleston
Masterful retelling of Irish and Welsh stories and tales, including Cuchulain, King Arthur, Deirdre, the Grail, and many more. First paperback edition. 58 full-page illustrations and 18 figures.
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Products in Sociology, Anthropology, Mythology | | |  | African Genesis: Folk Tales and Myths of Africa
by Leo Frobenius, Douglas C. Fox
These entertaining tales range from Kabyl creation legends of the Berbers to ballads of the southern Sahara. Immensely valuable for readers of African culture, folklore and mythology.
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|  | Agrippa's Occult Philosophy: Natural Magic
by Cornelius Agrippa
In serious, educated, and accessible terms, this classic combines classical Neoplatonic and Hermetic philosophy with elements of Jewish Kabbalah and Christianity to form a systematic exposition of occult knowledge. 11 illustrations.
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|  | Algonquin Legends
by Charles G. Leland
Classic study of the myths and folklore of the Micmac, Passamaquoddy and Penobscot tribes. Glooskap, the divinity; Lox, the mischief-maker; Master Rabbit, more. 12 black-and-white illustrations.
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|  | American Folk Tales and Songs
by Richard Chase
Full of lively stories, jokes, and games for performance, the book also includes 40 songs with melody and guitar chords. Written by outstanding practicing folk performer. Includes 44 illustrations.
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|  | Anarchism: A Collection of Revolutionary Writings
by Peter Kropotkin
Includes "Law and Authority," arguing social control through custom and education, and "Prisons and Their Moral Influence on Prisoners," expressing the evils of the prison system, and other documents.
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|  | Ancient Egyptian Myths and Legends
by Lewis Spence
Superb, in-depth survey explores animism, totemism, fetishism, creation myths, Egyptian priesthood, numerous deities, alchemy, Egyptian art and magic, other fascinating topics. Includes over 50 photographs and illustrations.
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| | Anthropology and Modern Life
by Franz Boas
The great anthropologist's classic treatise on race and culture. One of the most influential books of the century, now available in a value-priced edition. Introduction by Ruth Bunzel.
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|  | The Book of Green Quotations
by James Daley
Timely and thought-provoking, this volume comprises many hundreds of quotations by presidents, scientists, activists, and other public figures on conservation, ecology, environmentalism, wilderness, global warming, pollution, nature, and other subjects.
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|  | Bulfinch's Medieval Mythology: The Age of Chivalry
by Thomas Bulfinch
Bulfinch encompasses tales from Camelot, dramatic narratives from The Mabinogeon, and stories of the noble warriors of English history. Young readers can find no better introduction to medieval myths and legends.
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|  | Celtic Myth and Legend
by Charles Squire
Splendid compilation of tales ranges from Arthurian myth to less-familiar adventures, such as Finn and his Fenians, plus many other heroic figures from the Gaelic pantheon.
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|  | Celtic Mythology
by John Arnott MacCulloch
Illustrations from rare sources enhance this treasury detailing the strife and mythic powers of the gods, their loves and aid to mortals, and of famed heroes, pagans, and Christians.
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| | Celtic Myths and Legends
by T. W. Rolleston
Masterful retelling of Irish and Welsh stories and tales, including Cuchulain, King Arthur, Deirdre, the Grail, and many more. First paperback edition. 58 full-page illustrations and 18 figures.
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|  | The Celtic Twilight: Faerie and Folklore
by W. B. Yeats
Rooted in myth, occult mysteries, and belief in magic, these enchanting stories from the great Irish poet are populated by a lively cast of sorcerers, fairies, ghosts, and nature spirits.
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|  | Christmas Customs and Traditions
by Clement A. Miles
Comprehensive, nonsectarian treasury details the origins and evolution of Christmas, and significance of religious and secular practices during the Yuletide. Includes caroling, gifts, Yule logs, much more. Scholarly, yet fascinating.
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|  | Community and Society
by Ferdinand Tönnies
This sociological classic considers all aspects of life — political, economic, legal, cultural, religious and artistic — as it explores the clash between small-scale neighborhood-based communities and the large-scale competitive market society.
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|  | The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind
by Gustave Le Bon
One of the most influential books on social psychology ever written, brilliantly instructive in the general characteristics and mental unity of a crowd. A must-read for students, politicians, and investors.
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|  | Cuchulain of Muirthemne
by Lady Gregory
The loves, superhuman exploits, and premature death of the greatest of ancient Ireland's legendary Knights of the Red Branch. Preface by W. B. Yeats.
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| |  | The Dream in Native American and Other Primitive Cultures
by Jackson Steward Lincoln
Explores the structure, theory, and function of dreams in primitive cultures. Also examines predominant symbols, types, and forms, their significance to the individual, and their relationship to the culture pattern.
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| | The Elementary Forms of the Religious Life
by Émile Durkheim, Joseph Ward Swain
A founder of modern sociology examines animism, naturism, totemism, myth, and ritual in this 1912 classic, which traces the source of religion and morality to a collective consciousness.
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