Ancient Myths

If you're looking for a captivating collection of Central American myths, then pay attention.... Mexico and the Central American states are home to many indigenous peoples, each of whom speaks their own language and lives according to their own customs. These diverse peoples have rich storytelling cultures, passing down myths about gods and the work of creation, and about the humans who for good or ill interact with these otherworldly beings.

Greek Mythology takes you on an amazing journey of discovery, as you learn about the Titans, Olympians, and heroes of old. You'll learn how the primordial forces came together to shape the world. You'll also learn the fascinating tales of how the Titans clashed with each other and the Olympians that came after them. Also, you'll learn about the heroic adventures of the mighty Heracles!

Ista and her little brother run away from their foster parents when she is contracted for an arranged marriage to someone she has never met. They try to cross the great desert to find a better life. The foster parents curse them, and a ghoul pursues them. Because of their disobedience, one is changed into an animal, and the other suffers in desert solitude. A pair of crows acts as their guardian angels.

What is often referred to as Egyptian mythology is actually a collection of all myths that existed in ancient Egypt. Call them myths or beliefs - these were an important part of ancient Egyptian religion and described the actions of the many gods and goddesses.

Wildly swinging axes and swords upon majestic boats, Vikings have been a long-appreciated symbol of rage and power. They have been romanticized as overbearingly-manly warriors that plunder, loot and pillage villages all for the sake of dominance. They've always been in modern media, but where did they come from? How did they start? What brought them to the apex of influence that still makes them relevant up to this day? Their colorful history starts in the form of a migration. These warriors started out as nomads looking for new places to inhabit to prolong their lineage.

Thousands of years ago, did technologically sophisticated life forms really visit our planet, interact with ancient civilizations, and change the course of our development? On a quest for the truth, this audiobook explores multiple aspects of the arcane worlds of aliens, UFOs, gods, myths, and monsters. It includes the mysteries of astronomically aligned structures, the "angel phenomenon", Nazis and the Atlantis myth, and the most sensational UFO incident in history.

This book contains all the gods and goddesses from ancient Egypt that you can imagine. The list is long, and the names go on for a while. Needless to say, this book is complete. You won’t miss out on any of the deities they worshipped. Also, some more background information is given about deities such as Thoth, Horus, and Isis. At the end of the book, another subtopic will be addressed, namely: The use of medication and doctors in ancient Egyptian culture.

Although a simulacrum of the historic literary pieces of Homer and Hesiod, this eBook gives a crisp yet fulfilling account of the Titans, the Olympian gods, their affairs, feuds and rivalries; it provides a through account of the Trojan war and heroes such as Achilles, Hercules and Odysseus. It also includes bonus chapters divulging some enthralling secrets that are less known about the characters of the Greek Mythology.

In this masterwork, Phil Cousineau examines the connection of mythology to contemporary life and what that means for self-improvement. Drawing on his extensive work with Joseph Campbell (The Power of Myth), this is Cousineau's grand opus—revealing mythic insights for everyday life.

Studies have shown that developing an “atomic habit”—just doing a few minutes a day of whatever skill or habit you want to take on—can be more than enough to engrain it into our lives. Therefore, we have transformed timeless legendary stories into 10-minute bite-size chunks long enough to entertain, enthrall, and even educate the listener, but short enough to be enjoyed quickly at bedtime or any other point in our busy modern days.

Ancient Egypt was one of the greatest and most powerful civilizations in the world ever. And of all ancient civilizations, Egyptians rule supreme when it comes to mystery and fantasy...From the lavish colors of their papyruses to how they mastered building technology thousands of years before anyone else, and to the legends surrounding the lives and deaths of their kings. Egyptians are an eternal source of awe.Begin your journey of discovering not only Ancient Egypt, but also it’s legends, mythology, and much more with this book.

Mesopotamian Myths covers everything you'd want to know about Mesopotamian and Sumerian myths, including tales of gods and goddesses, creation myths, tales of kings and heroes, and also selections from the Epic of Gilgamesh. Get this captivating collection to know more about ancient times in Mesopotamia and Sumeria.

Whether it's the adventures of Greek gods and goddesses or Norse trickster tales, we all love to hear a good story. Best-selling author Kenneth C. Davis gives readers a taste of these enchanting myths and the diverse people who tell them. In his trademark question-and-answer style peppered with entertaining sidebars and quotes, he also shows how almost every civilization's mythology shares common themes.

Several of the best-loved Roman myths are gathered in this one beautiful abridged collection, from “Romulus and Remus” (which tells how Rome came to be) to “Cupid and Psyche”, “Oedipus and the Sphinx”, and more.

Just then, he heard a roar from atop the island. A roar he had never heard before, nor had any other man for a thousand years. He gazed up at the top of the volcano and saw nothing, but the roar sounded again, only this time it was so loud that it shook nearby treetops. Another roar echoed from a different part of the island and then another from somewhere else. Terrified, he crawled into some brush to hide, as he believed he may have been spotted by whatever was making those noises. There he hid for the rest of the day until nightfall.

Because only through the human was the divine knowable, the old peoples of the earth made gods of their heroes and not infrequently endowed these gods with as many of the vices as of the virtues of their worshipers.

Do you have Chinese blood in you? Have you ever wondered what ancient China was like and what customs practiced then are still alive today? Take a glimpse into the past through this educational book for children. Learning about past origins will help you get a firmer grasp of the present. It will also lead to a deeper appreciation of your ancestors.

Festivals give life to any society. They reflect the way of life, myth, and art. In this ancient history book for kids, we’re going to dive into some of the most celebrated Chinese festivals. It is hoped that through this book, children will see festivals as more than just parties and colors. They’re reflections of cultures, too.

Wussten Sie, dass die alten Ägypter an ein Leben nach dem Tode glaubten? Sie werden erstaunt sein, wie intensiv sie sich auf das Jenseits vorbereiteten! Dieses Buch ist voller Geschichten über das Leben der alten Ägypter, ihre Götter und ein paar der größten Mythen der Antike. Die Götter spielten eine wichtige Rolle im Leben der Menschen. Sie werden vielleicht überrascht sein, wie sehr sie das tägliche Leben beeinflussten!

Does Greek mythology fascinate you and your children? Do you struggle to find the appropriate learning resources that are fun and interesting for the whole family? In today's digital age, finding educational content for kids that is captivating enough to get them away from a screen can seem like an impossible task. But with the right book, it won't be. If you are looking for a children’s book of Greek mythology to connect the dots between ancient myths and modern pop culture icons like Aquaman, Wonder Woman, and Percy Jackson, then you need to listen to this book!