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This text is considered the ultimate guide to understanding the major deities, characters, themes, rituals and beliefs of Norse mythology. It examines the folklore of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Greenland, Iceland and other parts of Scandinavia, from prehistoric tales to contemporary beliefs and practices. The work was originally written in Danish, and has been a staple in high schools and universities in Scandinavian countries since its publication in 1898. It contains four sections: the first...
| Автор | Karl Mortensen |
"Once upon a time" is a magical phrase; an incantation that conjures stories into being and gives them life. What we now call «fairy tales» outlived their original creators, outlasted their descendants, and one day might very well survive the death of our species. When, and if, humanity leaves this planet, fairy tales will make the journey too – into the far-flung reaches of the galaxy and into the distant dimension of the future. <P> How different will the fairy tales of the future...
| Автор | Группа авторов |
Arthurian legends have long been the source of countless popular tales. “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight” is one of the best known and most widely read. During King Arthur’s New Year’s celebration, a mysterious knight, with green clothes and horse, arrives with a challenge to the knights of the round table—any one of them may swing at the Green Knight with an axe if he too is willing to take a blow one year and one day after. Gawain, one of Arthur’s most noble knights, steps up and easily...
| Автор | Anonymous |
Will Jennalee, shattered by her true identity, find comfort in the arms of the strong and handsome Lance Forrester? Will Emma Cherie find the courage to leave her abusive husband and take a chance on finding happiness in the form of her one true love? Will the lovely and captivating Charlene learn to relinquish control and let destiny take its course? Family Secrets is set in Pleasant Valley, Texas, and chronicles the heartbreaking, hilarious romantic journeys of three generations of women.
| Автор | DeAnn Daley Holcomb |
The classic Middle Eastern story of Aladdin is presented here in this modern edition, beautifully illustrated by Walter Crane. The famous tale is part of the widely-known collection «One Thousand and One Nights», added in the 18th century by Frenchman Antoine Galland. It tells the story of an impoverished young man called Aladdin who, with the help of a magic lamp that he finds, becomes rich and powerful beyond his wildest dreams. An exciting an charming tale, «Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp» is...
| Автор | Walter Crane |
Drawing from the famous translation of Sir Richard Burton, «The Arabian Nights» is a selection of the voluminous «One Thousand and One Nights», a collection of ancient and medieval Arabic, Persian, Indian, Egyptian, and Mesopotamian literature. Many readers will recognize the more famous of these tales: «Aladdin's Wonderful Lamp», «Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves» and «The Seven Voyages of Sinbad the Sailor». These exciting and mystical tales can be found in this uncensored and...
| Автор | Sir Richard Burton |
Born and raised in a Longford, Ireland workhouse, Padraic Colum left at seventeen to become a clerk in the Irish Railway Clearing House in Dublin. This venture was short-lived, however, and with the success of a few poems and a play, «The Saxon Shillin',» he left in 1904 to pursue a career in writing. His success as a dramatist, poet, novelist, essayist, biographer, children's writer and editor, as well as his participation in the founding of the Abbey Theatre, made Colum a central...
| Автор | Padraic Colum |
The author of this Icelandic saga is unknown, yet was likely written in the mid-13th century. «Eyrbyggja» begins at the time of Iceland's settlement, but most of the events throughout take place towards the end of the 10th century and early 11th century. The title means the saga of the inhabitants of Eyrr, a farm on Snaefellsnes in Iceland. Throughout the tale, the Ere-Dwellers are confronted by tragedy and death, which result in ghosts, eerie occurrences, and hauntings. The mix of realism...
| Автор | Anonymous |
Once upon a time, two brothers wished to preserve their German folklore in a collection of tales that they believed had been handed down for generations. When they began in 1812 they had just 86 stories that rather harshly reflected the difficult life of European peasantry. Subsequent editions would grow to hold over 200 tales. As time passed, the Brothers Grimm found that their collection of fairy tales, with all of its royalty, magical creatures, and brave adventures, entranced those who read...
| Автор | Brothers Grimm |
‘A must-read modern fairytale!’ Lisa Dickenson on Perfect MatchSurely fairy tales don’t happen in real life?After being jilted at the altar, high-flying journalist Sam doesn’t believe in love any more – and she certainly doesn’t believe in fairy tales! So, when she’s asked to cover the Royal Wedding, it’s the last thing she wants to do.And when she crashes into a ridiculously handsome stranger, Anders, things go from bad to worse. But as the big day draws closer, Sam finds herself being swept up...
| Автор | Zoe May |
The Princess Diaries meets Sex and the City in this fun and flirty contemporary romance will make your heart sore!What happens in Vegas…Waking up to the bright lights of Vegas in an unfamiliar penthouse suite, cocktail waitress Phoenix Montgomery finds she’s covered from head to foot in gold glitter and not alone – aside from the empty bottle of champagne, there’s a mystery man in the shower and a huge sparkly ring on her finger!Stays in Vegas?There’s no denying Max Waldburg’s demi-god sex...
| Автор | Romy Sommer |
Самый известный сборник Киплинга – «Сказки просто так». Входящие в него веселые добрые истории о том, как животные стали такими, какими мы их знаем, были придуманы писателем для его детей и племянницы. Сказочная «Кошка, которая гуляет сама по себе» имела реальный прототип – домашний сиамский кот Киплингов любил ночами уходить из дома и бродить по сырому дикому лесу… The Cat that Walked by Himself The Sing-Song of Old Man Kangaroo How the First Letter was Written How the Alphabet was Made ...
| Автор | Редьярд Киплинг |
Мама Лотти вынуждена уехать в длительную рабочую командировку, поэтому Лотти переезжает к дяде. Из шумного Лондона в тихий провинциальный город. В книгах в таких городках часто прячутся настоящие чудеса, и Лотти заметила странности почти сразу. В зоомагазине её дяди зачем-то в пустых клетках стоят кормушки и поилки. Попугай будто бы подсказывает дяде правильные слова в кроссворде. Помимо самых обычных чёрных и белых мышек в магазине продаются ещё и розовые. А такса Софи словно бы понимает...
| Автор | Холли Вебб |
“You're terrified I'll force myself upon you. And worse, that you'll enjoy it. ” Aisling Ó Brannon should hate the Vikings who raided her village. . . especially after she’s captured as a gift for King Magnus by warrior Tharand Hardrata. But while her head says one thing, her body says quite another. Her attraction to the fierce and forbidding warrior cannot be ignored. . . even though she’s intended for another man’s bed.Tharand has vowed not to conquer Aisling, saving her for...
| Автор | Michelle Willingham |
Новое прочтение знаменитой сказки любимого классика английской литературы. От создателя историй о медвежонке Паддингтоне Майкла Бонда и художника-интернет-сенсации Роба Биддальфа! В Саду Трав и Приправ живёт лев Петрушка. Он никогда не знает, что ждёт его впереди… особенно с таким непоседливым другом, как пёс Укропчик. Лев Петрушка увидел свет впервые в 1968 году в детском мультсериале «Травы». Покорив сердца маленьких зрителей, он в 1970 году появился в собственном мультфильме «Приключения...
| Автор | Майкл Бонд |
В книгу известной детской писательницы Ирины Токмаковой «Аля, Кляксич и буква «А». Все истории» вошли пять историй о приключениях отважной девочки Али в мире букв и цифр, цикл стихотворений о правилах русского языка «Из уроков Мудрослова» и сказочная повесть «Маруся ещё вернётся». Ребята вместе с Алей и Антоном отправятся в увлекательное путешествие по Азбуке, познакомятся с цифрами, узнают о характере математических знаков и знаков препинания, а самое главное – запомнят правила русского языка...
| Автор | Ирина Токмакова |
Познавательные путешествия с Алей и ее друзьями. В аудиокниге И. Токмаковой «Аля и Кляксич. Все истории» собраны все сказочные повести о приключениях Али: "Аля, Кляксич и буква "А", «Может, Нуль не виноват?», «Аля, Кляксич и Вреднюга», «Аля, Антон и Перепут», "Аля, мистер Блот и буква "Z". Слушатель отправиться вместе с Алей и её друзьями в удивительное путешествие по азбуке, «Математике» и другим учебникам, справиться с проделками хитрого Кляксича и незаметно для себя выучит алфавит, правила...
| Автор | Ирина Токмакова |
Загадочная Северная страна, где сам климат заставляет людей пить магическую воду. Главный герой не исключение, его пристрастие к магической воде стало таким, что народ стал называть его Синим Рыцарем, а каждый его поход в таверну сулит новыми приключениями! Любовь Феи, сражение с горбатоносами, тюрьма и многие другие испытания ждут Синего Рыцаря. Сумеет ли он их преодолеть? Спешите узнать!
| Автор | Игорь Гриднев |
Don’t miss this gloriously feel-good and funny read from the No.1 bestselling author of The Christmas Invitation – perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley and Katie FfordeJames is everything Tish has ever wanted in a husband – she’s married a man who even her mother approves of. He’s handsome, dependable, and will make an excellent father – unlike Tish’s first love, the disreputable Fergal. Her teenage sweetheart abandoned her for a music career and now lives a typical celebrity lifestyle. Fergal...
| Автор | Trisha Ashley |
Return to the Cornish Cafe in this gorgeous festive romance – the perfect book to curl up with this Christmas.Christmas will be slightly less turbulent than summer, won’t it? Demi certainly hopes so.She and Cal are keeping their fledgling relationship under wraps for now. But then Kit Bannen, a hunky, blond – and somewhat mysterious – writer arrives at Kilhallon Resort, and not everyone is charmed. Cal is sure that Kit is hiding something. But is he the only one guarding a secret?Demi is busy...
| Автор | Phillipa Ashley |
Annie Cross has few pleasures in her tough life. On the bleak family farm on the Essex marshlands, she slaves all day for her cruel father. The one thing that keeps her going is her secret meetings with Tom Featherstone.But War steals Tom from her when he joins the RAF. Annie would love to do her bit but stuck on the farm, she lives for Tom's letters – until they stop coming.When, against the odds, her beloved Tom returns, he finds a different, stronger Annie to the one he left behind. But...
| Автор | Patricia Burns |
Return to the heart of the Carlton family in this beloved story of finding love in unexpected places by #1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods.Charismatic playboy Mack Carlton lit up a room–even a hospital room–like no one else. Dr. Beth Browning had to admit Mack's visits were a tonic for her young patient, but her own reaction was much more confusing….Although Beth didn't ask for a second opinion on her future with Mack, his aunt Destiny offered her prognosis: marriage....
| Автор | Sherryl Woods |
Stranded with a cowboy for Christmas…from New York Times bestselling author Maisey Yates!Oil and water have nothing on Sam McCormack and Madison West. The wealthy rancher has never met a haughtier—or more appealing—woman in his life. And when they’re snowed in, he’s forced to admit this ice queen can scorch him with one touch…Madison had plans for the weekend! Instead she’s stranded with a man who drives her wild. A night of no-strings fun leaves both of them wanting more when they return to...
| Автор | Maisey Yates |
With gender dynamics changing the world over, parenting is a key area where this change is most perceptible. Modern dads today have no inhibitions in changing their baby’s diapers, spending sleepless nights catering to their newborn or looking after the baby while the mother is at work.They often tend to be more patient and indulgent with the baby, a marked shift from the way Indian fathers used to be a few decades ago. Daddy, a first of its kind Indian book, provides a rare parenting insight...
| Автор | Tuhin Sinha |