In this magnificent & often surprising collection of essays Barthes explores the myths of mass culture. Taking subjects as diverse as wrestling films plastic & cars Barthes elegantly deciphers the symbols & signs embedded deep in familiar aspects of modern life unmasking the hidden ideologies & meanings which implicitly affect our thought & behaviour. This early classic of semiotics from one of Frances greatest thinkers may irrevocably change the way you view the world around you. ...

World myths gods heroes creatures & mythical places are revealed. " Eyewitness Companions offer an essential reference library perfect for novices or anyone who just wants to know more about their favourite pastime."
- Heyday. Undertake a quest of discovery
- & learn about some of the greatest myths & characters the world has ever known
- without leaving your armchair. Get the story behind famous tales from Greek mythology to the lesser known myths from the Americas Oceania & Africa. Enjoy timeless epics vividly retold & beautifully illustrated from creation myths to tales of heroism. Plus come face-to-face with gods & monsters in the whos who of characters from mythmaking cultures. It takes a fresh & exciting look at the great stories epics & legends of the past."


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Myths in every culture of the world explain our origins the worlds creation gods & monsters demons the afterlife & the underworld. This fresh & compelling account gathers together themes & stories from every culture showing how myths share many common patterns & how the human imagination is expressed in all its diversity. It asks the question: what do myths tell us about the human condition? Compiled by the bestselling author of books on monsters & on masterpieces of world art Mythology" is packed with authoritative text & an inspired selection of images chosen from unusual & hidden sources while also including some of the best-known representations of myths from around the world." ...

The Mythology Bible provides detailed information on a wide range of myths & legends throughout history & across the globe. Ancient myths of Egypt Rome Greece Scandinavia & the Celtic world are explored alongside the legends of Native Americans Australian Aborigines Aztecs & Incas Africa & Asia. From Aphrodite to King Arthur & the Epic of Gilgamesh to Mayan death gods here you will find a guide to the specific traditions as well as an exploration of common themes in myths worldwide including creation love quests & the underworld. Beautifully illustrated throughout this is a comprehensive yet compact reference book to a fascinating subject. ...

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
- not Greek
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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. ...

The hugely popular Super Sudoku is back & it's better than ever. These addictive puzzles will have you caught up in the book for hours & with 150 super-sized versions of the challenging numeracy game Super Sudoku 4 is guaranteed to please both novice puzzlers & the most practiced of fans. ...

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. ...