Philip Wilkinson

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

California

The Race to the Moon

Readers follow the exciting race by the U.S. to be the first country to put aman on the moon. Full-color photos.

Spacebusters

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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Missouri

Florida

History

The Teenager Who Saved Her Nation

A look at the life, death, and continuing influence of Joan of Arc.

Joan of Arc

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Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Utah

An Illustrated Guide to Their Origins and Meanings

Myths and legends are deeply rooted in the world's literature, language, and history. But what does the phrase "Achilles heel" refer to, and what did Oedipus or Beowulf actually do? 

Gather round for enthralling stories of gods, danger, heroes, and great cosmic events. With over 1000 illustrations, Myths and Legends explores epic global stories, bringing to life the greatest creation myths of all time, such as that of Brahma and Vishnu, and the Inca god Viracocha. It brings you monstrous creatures and terrifying people including the witch Baba Yaga, as well as epic adventures such as King Arthur's search for the Holy Grail and Jason's capture of the Golden Fleece. 

It tells how the Masai first got their cattle, or how the Greeks discovered fire and shares legends that explain death, including the story of the Maori god Tane. 

Originally passed down from one generation to the next, these sagas from all over the world are part of our heritage and touch our hearts. Myths and Legends provides context and meaning to each one, and is a treasure trove for everyone interested in their cultural legacy.

Myths and Legends

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Published in 2009 by DK. Never read and in excellent condition. Unmarked pages and unbroken spine. Very minor wear on outside of book from being shuffled around my bookshelves for years. 

An Ilusttated Guide to Their Origins and Meanings

Explore the world�s great myths and legends, brought to life in this enthralling retelling of age-old stories passed down from generation to generation From the heroes of Ancient Greece to The Dreaming of Australian aborigines, here are the myths that, thousands of years after they were first told, are still relevant today. Unravel the meaning and context behind the myths, understand their cultural significance and discover the characters and themes. Famous artworks and artefacts exploring scenes from myths are explored and annotated revealing the symbolism and meaning behind them.

The History of Music in Fifty Instruments

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A Dorlung Kindersley book. 
Some yellowing on dust cover and top of pages but otherwise in excellent condition. This vintage book is sure to delight any reader.  It is an educational piece of 90's nostalgia.

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Provides the reader with glimpses inside twenty-one famous buildings from around the world.

Amazing Buildings

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Michigan

Inside Guides

DK's next generation of Eyewitness guides are the children's publishing event of the year.Stunning photography and incredible model making combine to unveil all the inner workings of amazing things.These are the first titles of an unrivaled library, certain to become children's classics.

⭐ Super Structures 

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Washington

Louisiana

#hardcover #myths #legends #greek #origins

New York

Lots of stories on mythology in different parts of the world. It’s a nice informative read. #nonfiction #paperback #mythology #greekmythology #eqyptianmythology #educational 

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

Maryland

Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies around the world. Here is an intriguing and captivating introduction to the culturally diverse world of mythology. Photographs of masks, jewelry, and sculptures offer a unique view of mythology and its gods, heroes, and monsters.

Mythology

Nathanial Hawthorne

Former library but in very good condition. Library binding, glossy pages

Oregon

"Set in a strict Puritan community in 17th-century Boston, this novel tells the moving tale of an adulterous love affair and the retribution that follows."--P. [4] of cover.

The Scarlet Letter

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Neil Philip

Texas

From the earliest times, people have told stories of gods and goddesses, of fabulous creatures and mythical planes, and of the exploits of superhuman heroes and heroines in an effort to explain the mysteries of life. Many of the world's myths share common features, allowing fascinating parallels to be drawn. The DK illustrated Dictionary of Mythology examines some of these themes, such as the creation and ultimate destruction of the world, the struggle between good and evil, and the concept of heaven and hell, enabling the reader to explore the intriguing similarities between the mythologies of different peoples. Concise, fact-packed entries on more than 500 key characters provide essential information to show the reader who is who in world mythology. What did a harpy look like? Why did Kronos eat his own children? Who was Coyote? Which Egyptian god has the head of a jackal? What was the riddle of the sphinx? Find the answers to these questions and many more in this comprehensive and stimulating visual guide to world mythology. The DK Illustrated Dictionary of Mythology is divided into nine sections, each focusing on the mythology of a particular civilization or region. Discover the stories of characters from cultures as diverse as Greek and Polynesian, or Norse and Native American, with special feature boxes on major figures, events, and places. Designed to appeal to readers of all ages, this book is a rich source of information for interpreting and understanding mythological references in art, literature, drama and music.

Illustrated Dictionary of Mythology

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Robert R. Ingpen

Virginia

Eighty Turning Points in History

Encyclopedia of Events That Changed the World

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Social Studies

Explores initiation rites, wedding feasts, harvest celebrations, religious rituals, and many other customs used around the world to mark all kinds of special occasions. Suggested level: intermediate, junior secondary.

A Celebration of Customs and Rituals of the World

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Peggy Morgan

Steve Teague

See photos. Large sticker on inside cover.

Informative guide that explores Buddhist beliefs, practices and culture.

Buddhism

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Idaho

Visual reference guide: mythology

#paperback #educational #myths #worldhistory 

Presenting a series of innovative visual manuals on a wide variety of popular subjects, these richly illustrated companions offer detailed cutaway views, maps, specially commissioned photographs, informative captions, biographical profiles, and a fact-filled text as they cover the basics of different topics of interest.

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#paperback #gods #monsters #stories #myths #creationstories

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