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Cliffs Notes: Homer's The Odyssey
By: Baldwin, Stanley P.
Published by: IDG Books Worldwide, Inc
The Odyssey is an epic poem that unfurls the story of Odysseus' triumph over Troy and arduous journey home to reclaim his kingdom. It has the elements of romance and adventure and the psychological development of character thousands of years before Freud. At 2,500 years old, it is one of the finest books ever written; as poetry, it sets the standard for comparison; and it serves as one of the foundations of the Western world's cultural heritage.
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to 2012
By: Andrews, Synthia
Published by: Alpha Books
The final countdown?. On December 21, 2012, the Mayan calendar will complete its thirteenth cycle. According to the Mayan belief system, the world will end. And if you don’t believe the Mayans, you can check in with The Bible Code, The Nostradamus Code, or The Orion Prophecy, all of which predict planet-wide doom. Then again, maybe the year 2012 is just a new opportunity. Could 2012 bring us good things instead of bad? This book gives readers a look at what the Mayan prophecy is all about, what it means to them, and much more. •Addresses Mayan predictions about global warming and climate change. •Includes a glossary of terms and symbols, resources for a changing world, and exercises to assist the reader in their journey. •The existence of almost 600,000 websites on 2012 indicates a huge fascination with this subject
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Price: $16.95
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Vampires
By: Stevenson, Jay
Published by: Alpha Books
Vampires are the hottest topic in popular culture today. From the now classic novels of Anne Rice, to the mega- selling series by Stephanie Meyer to the hit HBO series “True Blood” based on the bestselling novels of Charlaine Harris, the undead are certainly not dead in terms of books sales. Now, those curious about the history and lore of these creatures can get up to speed in the refreshed edition of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Vampires. It provides a detailed explanation of the origins of vampires and insight into the fascination they hold in literature and belief. --Complete history and origins of this mythic creature. --An explanation of the various rules that vampires exist by. --A lively and exhaustive literary discussion of vampires and their importance in fiction
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Price: $14.95
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology
By: Smith, Evans Lansing
Published by: Alpha Books
Make no "myth-take"athis book is indispensable. "The Complete Idiotas Guide to World Mythology" explores the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, monsters and angels of the myths from every corner of the globe. Additionally, it explores the parallels between every culture and the striking similarities in mythic figures and the structure, action, wording, and result of the stories themselves. a Covers Egyptian, Celtic, Teutonic, Norse, Japanese, Mexican, Native American, and other myths a Features information on The Heroas Journeyathe cycle of myth according to Jung, Campbell, and others a Appendixes include a glossary of terms and both a general and a subject Index
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Price: $18.95
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Conspiracy Theories
By: Tuckett, Kate
Published by: Summersdale Publishers Ltd
Worried that the world is run by a sinister cabal operating at the very highest level of government? You could be right. Bringing together evidence on topics ranging from the Sphinx to JFK, Chernobyl to men in black and life on Mars to Roswell, this book has a cover-up for every occasion.
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Egyptian Myth
By: Pinch, Geraldine
Published by: Oxford University Press (UK)
The complex world of Egyptian myth is clearly illuminated in this approach to ancient Egypt. Geraldine Pinch explores the cultural and historical background behind a wide variety of sources and objects, from Cleopatra's Needle and Tutankhamun's golden statue, to a story on papyrus of the gods misbehaving.
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Grimm's Fairy Tales
By: Grimm, Brothers
Published by: Digireads
The classic collection of fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm.
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The Iliad
By: Homer
Published by: NuVision Publications, LLC
Homer’s “Iliad” is one of the finest epic stories ever. This ten day account of the Trojan War is magnificent. The characters are heroic as only Homer can make them.
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Legend of the Baal-Shem
By: Buber, Martin; Friedman, Maurice
Published by: Routledge
These twenty stories about the founder of the Hasidic faith, provide a charming account of the genesis of Hasidism. This is an ideal introduction to Hasidic religion, and to Buber's influential philosophy of love and human understanding.
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