Dont Know Much About Mythology

Author : Kenneth C. Davis
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 006019460X
Total Pages : 561 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Don't Know Much About Mythology written by Kenneth C. Davis and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2005-11-01 with total page 561 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The latest installment in the New York Times bestselling Don't Know Much About® series -- a magical journey into the timeless world of mythology It has been fifteen years since Kenneth C. Davis first dazzled audiences with his instant classic Don't Know Much About® History, vividly bringing the past to life and proving that Americans don't hate history, they just hate the dull, textbook version they were fed in school. With humor, wit, and a knack for storytelling, Davis has been bringing readers of all ages up to speed on history, geography, and science ever since. Now, in the classic traditions of Edith Hamilton and Joseph Campbell, he turns his talents to the world of myth. Where do we come from? Why do stars shine and the seasons change? What is evil? Since the beginning of time, people have answered such questions by crafting imaginative stories that have served as religion, science, philosophy, and popular literature. In his irreverent and popular question-and-answer style, Davis introduces and explains the great myths of the world, as well as the works of literature that have made them famous. In a single volume, he tackles Mesopotamia's Gilgamesh, the first hero in world mythology; Achilles and the Trojan War; Stonehenge and the Druids; Thor, the Nordic god of thunder; Chinese oracle bones; the use of peyote in ancient Native American rites; and the dramatic life and times of the man who would be Buddha. Ever familiar and instructive, Davis shows why the ancient tales of gods and heroes -- from Mount Olympus to Machu Picchu, from ancient Rome to the icy land of the Norse -- continue to speak to us today, in our movies, art, language, and music. For mythology novices and buffs alike, and for anyone who loves a good story, Don't Know Much About® Mythology is a lively and insightful look into the greatest stories ever told.

Author : Kenneth C. Davis
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0061925756
Total Pages : 562 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Don't Know Much About Mythology written by Kenneth C. Davis and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-12-29 with total page 562 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this fascinating installment of the New York Times bestselling Don’t Know Much About® series, Kenneth C. Davis explores the great myths of the world and their implications for art, science, religion and culture throughout history. What is an Egyptian pyramid doing on the U. S. dollar bill? • Did a pharaoh inspire Moses to worship one God? • What’s a Canaanite demoness doing at a rock concert? Since the beginning of time, people have been insatiably curious. They’ve asked questions about where we come from, why the stars shine and the seasons change, and what constitutes evil. The imaginative answers crafted by our ancestors have served as religion, science, philosophy, and popular literature. In an engaging and delightfully irreverent question-and-answer style, Davis tackles the epic of Gilgamesh; Achilles and the Trojan War; Stonehenge and the Druids; Odin, Thor, and the entire Norse pantheon; Native American myths, and much more, including the dramatic life and times of the man who would be Buddha. From Mount Olympus to Machu Picchu, here is an insightful, lively look at the greatest stories ever told.

Author : Kathleen Sears
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1440573336
Total Pages : 392 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Mythology 101 written by Kathleen Sears and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-12-03 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the fascinating myths of Greek and Roman civilizations! The tales of gods and heroes are often turned into tedious discourse that even Ovid would reject. This easy-to-read guide cuts out the boring details, and instead, provides you with a thrilling lesson in classic mythology. From the heights of Mt. Olympus to the depths of the Underworld, this book takes you on an unforgettable journey through all the major myths born in ancient Greece and Rome, such as Achilles's involvement in the Trojan War; Pluto's kidnapping of the beautiful Proserpina; and the slaying of Medusa by Perseus, the heroic demi-god. You'll also learn all about the wonders of the world as well as the greatest creatures ever recorded in history. Like Charon navigating the River of Wailing, Mythology 101 will guide you through the most glorious (and completely terrifying) tales the ancient world has to offer.

Author : Kenneth C. Davis
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 9780060286033
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.32/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Don't Know Much About American History written by Kenneth C. Davis and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2003-04 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents, in question and answer format, a history of the United States from the exploration of Christopher Columbus to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

Author : Kenneth C. Davis
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0060286059
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Don't Know Much About World Myths written by Kenneth C. Davis and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2005-04 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why did the Mesopotamian hero Gilgamesh search for eternal youth? (see page 21) What is the Chinese recipe for creating the universe? (see page 67) How did the Blackfoot maiden Feather Woman turn the world upside down? (see page 122) Whether it's the adventures of Greek gods and goddesses or Norse trickster tales, we all love to hear a good story. Best-selling author Kenneth C. Davis gives readers a taste of these enchanting myths and the diverse people who tell them. In his trademark question-and-answer style peppered with entertaining sidebars and quotes, he also shows how almost every civilization's mythology shares common themes. Some stories celebrate the creation of the earth and the arrival of the first humans; others mourn a massive flood of destruction. Our wide world is linked together by the stories we tell. A wealth of photographs and art reproductions, along with clever black-and-white illustrations by Sergio Ruzzier, helps convey the vitality of these amazing myths.

Author : Tera Lynn Childs
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1440633940
Total Pages : 213 pages
Book Rating : 4.42/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Oh. My. Gods. written by Tera Lynn Childs and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008-05-01 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Phoebe's mom returns from Greece with a new husband and plans to move to an island in the Aegean Sea, Phoebe's well-plotted senior year becomes ancient history. Now, instead of enjoying a triumphant track season and planning for college with her best friends, Phoebe is trying to keep her head above water at the berexclusive Academy. If it isn't hard enough being the new kid in school, Phoebe's classmates are all descendents of the Greek gods! When you're running against teammates with superpowers, dealing with a stepsister from Hades, and nursing a crush on a boy who is quite literally a god, the drama takes on mythic proportions!

Author : Kenneth C. Davis
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0061795593
Total Pages : 547 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Don't Know Much About the Bible written by Kenneth C. Davis and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-03-17 with total page 547 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With wit, wisdom, and an extraordinary talent for turning dry, difficult reading into colorful and realistic accounts, the creator of the bestselling Don't Know Much About®, series now brings the world of the Old and New testaments to life as no one else can in the bestseller Don't Know Much About® The Bible. Relying on new research and improved translations, Davis uncovers some amazing questions and contradictions about what the Bible really says. Jericho's walls may have tumbled down because the city lies on a fault line. Moses never parted the Red Sea. There was a Jesus, but he wasn't born on Christmas and he probably wasn't an only child. Davis brings readers up-to-date on findings gleaned from the Dead Sea Scrolls and Gnostic Gospels that prompt serious scholars to ask such serious questions as: Who wrote the Bible? Did Jesus say everything we were taught he did? Did he say more? By examining the Bible historically, Davis entertains and amazes, provides a much better understanding of the subject, and offers much more fun learning about it.

Author : Kenneth David
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780329605575
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Don't Know Much about Mythology written by Kenneth David and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Peter Komak
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781761032875
Total Pages : 74 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Greek Mythology written by Peter Komak and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-24 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tales of Greek mythology have been passed down for thousands of years, and have gone on to have a great impact on Western society. These stories are the inspiration for many poems, books, movies, and television shows. This book aims to provide you with a greater understanding of these incredible stories, and why they are so powerful and intriguing!Inside, you will learn about the different Greek gods, deities, monsters, and heroes that are talked about in mythology. You will discover the different bloodlines and family trees of both the Olympian gods, as well as the Titans.Included, are some of the most famous and interesting mythological tales, such as how the universe came to be, Heracles' (Hercules) 12 labors, and the great war between the Olympians and the Titans.Here Is What You'll Learn About...The Different Greek GodsPrimordial DeitiesOlympians & TitansMythical MonstersThe Trojan WarStories Of ZeusHeracles & His 12 LaborsMuch, Much More!

Author : Madeline Miller
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 1408826135
Total Pages : 370 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Song of Achilles written by Madeline Miller and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2012-04-12 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WINNER OF THE ORANGE PRIZE FOR FICTION 2012 Greece in the age of heroes. Patroclus, an awkward young prince, has been exiled to the court of King Peleus and his perfect son Achilles. Despite their differences, Achilles befriends the shamed prince, and as they grow into young men skilled in the arts of war and medicine, their bond blossoms into something deeper - despite the displeasure of Achilles's mother Thetis, a cruel sea goddess. But when word comes that Helen of Sparta has been kidnapped, Achilles must go to war in distant Troy and fulfill his destiny. Torn between love and fear for his friend, Patroclus goes with him, little knowing that the years that follow will test everything they hold dear.