The Mythology of the Night Sky" is intended primarily for amateur astronomers who would like to know the mythology behind the names of constellations & planets. It deals with the 48 constellations identified by the ancient Greek astronomer Ptolemy as well as all the planets of our solar system & their moons which are named after Roman gods. To assist practical observers this book gives the location & description of each constellation including named stars & deep-sky objects. Readers are encouraged to observe & image the constellations for themselves & there is a lot of practical information in this book to help them along the way. In addition to providing a detailed (and mostly Greek) mythology of the constellations & the vast soap opera that was part of the Ancient Greek pantheon this book also addresses the planets of the Solar System which are named after the Roman
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From the same series as Abrams' successful Saints & Angels" comes " Myths" richly illustrated with representations of these celestial heralds from ancient murals & pottery to the paintings of Gustav Klimt & Odilon Redon. Architect Lucia Impelluso has drawn from a variety of sources including the plays of Euripiedes & Aeschylus the epics of Homer & Virgil Aesop's fables Ovid's " Metamorphoses" Petrarch's sonnets & the works of Pindar Sophocles Plutarch Pliny the Elder & Bocaccio. Beginning with stories of Earth's creation & its early rulers the Titans Impelluso recounts the major episodes & figures of Greek & Roman mythology with sections on the gods of the sky the sea the earth & the underworld; the Fates & the Muses; monsters; human heroes; & the " Iliad" the " Odyssey" & the " Aeneid"." ...

The Myths Legends & Lore of Ireland" is an essential guide for anyone looking to gain insight into the key people places events & cultural touchstones of this country. From the background of Irelands earliest inhabitants to the roots of its modern political strife & everything in between " The Myths Legends & Lore of Ireland" is filled with information-packed tidbits presented in an accessible easily digestible manner." ...

The ancient civilization of Mesopotamia thrived between the rivers Tigris & Euphrates over 4 000 years ago. The myths collected here originally written in cuneiform on clay tablets include parallels with the biblical stories of the Creation & the Flood & the famous Epic of Gilgamesh the tale of a man of great strength whose heroic quest for immortality is dashed through one moment of weakness. Recent developments in Akkadian grammar & lexicography mean that this new translation complete with notes a glossary of deities place-names & key terms & illustrations of the mythical monsters featured in the text will replace all other versions. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford Worlds Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxfords commitment to scholarship providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features including expert introductions by leading authorities helpful notes to clarify the text up-to-date bibliographies for further study & much more. ...

This edition collects War Horse Friend or Foe & Waiting for Anya. War Horse: In 1914 Joey a young farm horse is sold to the army & thrust into the midst of the war on the Western Front. Friend or Foe: Evacuated from London David & Tucky feel like the war is a long way away from their new life. Then one night the skyline of the moor is lit up with gun flashes & the distant crump of bombing... Waiting for Anya: It is World War II & Jo stumbles on a dangerous secret: Jewish children are being smuggled away from the Nazis close to his mountain village. Now German soldiers are at the border & Jo must get word to his friends that the children are trapped. ...

A new compilation of demanding brainteasers from the ever-popular archives of the Mail on Sunday. Super Sudoku ups the ante of the perennially popular game & with a massive 16 3 x 4 grids in each puzzle. Challenge frustrate & hone your grey matter whether at home on your daily commute or whiling away any spare minutes throughout the day. ...

SANCTAPHRAX WILL BE DESTROYED BY THE ENERGY OF THE MOTHER STORM.. .' Far over the Edge the Mother Storm is brewing
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The Meditation Bible features 140 step-by-step techniques drawn from a variety of spiritual traditions both Eastern & Western. Here you will find meditations for calming & centring living mindfully developing love & compassion solving problems manifesting your dreams & connecting with the Divine. There's also advice on meditation postures creating a sacred space & establishing a daily meditation practice. Whether you are a beginner or have been meditating for some time this practical handbook will help you to use meditation for healing stress relief personal exploration & spiritual growth. ...

Collins Maths Revision for KS2 SATs is full of colourful motivating activities that make learning fun. Helpful tips & answers are included to help with revision & to support learning. This revision & practice book for KS2 Maths offers: * Full topic coverage for Key Stage 2 Maths. * Heaps of practice questions. * Accessible guidance & support. Learners can test their knowledge check their answers & improve their results at KS2. ...

In this collection of wonderful stories which range between fantasy humour science fiction & a sprinkling of horror the reader will relish the range & skill of Neil Gaimans writing. Be prepared to laugh at the detective story about Humpty Dumptys demise spooked by the sinister jack-in -the-box who haunts the lives of the children who own it & intrigued by the boy who is raised by ghosts in a graveyard in this collection of bite-sized narrative pleasures. ...