Mythology genre books (109)
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Butterfly Mother: Miao (Hmong) Creation Epics from Guizhou, China by Mark Bender EN
ChinaDescription:
A collection of epics from the Miao (Hmong) ethnic group of southwest China. The poetic narratives, traditionally performed by two groups of singers, relate the creation of the world and the peoples and creatures in it. One of the major figures in one series of the songs is Butterfly Mother (Mai Bang), a personified butterfly who lays the eggs that eventually lead to the creation of the local peoples. Rich in cultural lore, these mythic narratives are virtual encyclopedias of traditional myths, legends, and folk customs of the Miao people.
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Cassandra : A Novel and Four Essays by Christa Wolf EN
PolandDescription:
"Retells the story of the fall of Troy ... from the point of view of the woman whose visionary powers earned her contempt and scorn. Written as a result of the author's Greek travels and studies, Cassandra speaks to us in a pressing monologue whose inner focal points are patriarchy and war. In the four accompanying pieces, which take the form of travel reports, journal entries, and a letter, Wolf describes the novel's genesis."--Cover p. [4].
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Country: North America / 
United States of America
United States of America
Description:
"A bold and subversive retelling of the goddess's story," this #1 New York Times bestseller is "both epic and intimate in its scope, recasting the most infamous female figure from the Odyssey as a hero in her own right" (Alexandra Alter, The New York Times). In the house of Helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans, a daughter is born. But Circe is a strange child -- not powerful like her father, nor viciously alluring like her mother. Turning to the world of mortals for companionship, she discovers that she does possess power -- the power of witchcraft, which can transform rivals int... continue
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Contes et légendes des Comores by Salim Hatubou, Aux origines du monde, FR
ComorosDescription:
Un florilège de mythes, de contes et de légendes permet de pénétrer dans l'imaginaire des Comores Je suis l'enfant d'une contrée de sagesse et de folie. Bercé par le son des tam-tams, je viens, les pieds nus, vous transmettre les mots de mes ancêtres bantus. Sachez que Conte n'aurait pas existé si la vieille femme ne s'était pas perdue à Allahalélé ; si le vieux Gombé ne lui avait pas donné la petite marmite en terre qui contenait de belles histoires; si Soleil, jaloux et aigri, ne l'avait pas cassée. Depuis, chaque pays détient des contes, mais prenez garde de ne jamais les raconter en présen... continue
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D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths by Ingri D'Aulaires EN
NorwayDescription:
The Caldecott medal-winning d'Aulaires once again captivate their young audience with this beautifully illustrated introduction to Norse legends, telling stories of Odin the All-father, Thor the Thunder-god and the theft of his hammer, Loki the mischievous god of the Jotun Race, and Ragnarokk, the destiny of the gods. Children meet Bragi, the god of poetry, and the famous Valkyrie maidens, among other gods, goddesses, heroes, and giants. Illustrations throughout depict the wondrous other world of Norse folklore and its fantastical Northern landscape.
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Daphnis and Chloe by Longus EN
GreeceDescription:
'This only they knew, that the kiss had destroyed him and the bath had destroyed her.' In this beautiful Ancient Greek tale, Daphnis and Chloe are the inexperienced goatherd and shepherd who must face pirates, rivals and the confusion of their own feelings to find true love. One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts... continue
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Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan EN
MalaysiaDescription:
A captivating debut fantasy inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess, Chang'e , in which a young woman's quest to free her mother pits her against the most powerful immortal in the realm and sets her on a dangerous path--where choices come with deadly consequences, and she risks losing more than her heart. Growing up on the moon, Xingyin is accustomed to solitude, unaware that she is being hidden from the powerful Celestial Emperor who exiled her mother for stealing his elixir of immortality. But when Xingyin's magic flares and her existence is discovered, she is forced to flee her h... continue
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De strijd om Gao : een geschiedenis uit Niger by Nouhou Malio NL
NigerDescription:
Mondeling overgeleverd episch verhaal over de geschiedenis van Gao, hoofdstad van het Songhay-rijk in West-Afrika in de 15e en 16e eeuw.
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Die Stille der Frauen by Pat Barker DE
EnglandDescription:
GROSSER ACHILL. GLÄNZENDER ACHILL, STRAHLENDER ACHILL, GOTTGLEICHER ACHILL … WIR NANNTEN IHN NIE SO; WIR NANNTEN IHN »DEN SCHLÄCHTER«.
Briseis trifft ein grausames Schicksal: Einst Königin von Lyrnessos, findet sie sich nach der Einnahme der Stadt als Sklavin an der Seite des großen Achill wieder, dem Zerstörer ihrer Heimat und Mörder ihrer Familie. Im Heerlager vor Troja wird sie zum Spielball gelangweilter und frustrierter Krieger und Könige. Doch Briseis gibt sich mit der Rolle der Besiegten nicht zufrieden. Schafft sie es, in dieser... continue