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Land of Roses and Nightingales - Seven Adventures of a Persian Girl (Hardcover, B&w ed.): Nooshie Motaref Land of Roses and Nightingales - Seven Adventures of a Persian Girl (Hardcover, B&w ed.)
Nooshie Motaref
R655 R571 Discovery Miles 5 710 Save R84 (13%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Peter (Hardcover): Christian Michael Peter (Hardcover)
Christian Michael; Edited by Ellen Sallas; Originally written by James Matthew Barrie
R782 R714 Discovery Miles 7 140 Save R68 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days
Foxfire, Wolfskin and Other Stories of Shapeshifting Women (Paperback): Sharon Blackie Foxfire, Wolfskin and Other Stories of Shapeshifting Women (Paperback)
Sharon Blackie 1
R289 Discovery Miles 2 890 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Charged with possibility and power, this memorable collection is an extraordinary immersion into the bodies and voices, mindscapes and landscapes, of the shapeshifting women of our native folklore. Drawing on myth and fairy tales found across Europe from Croatia to Sweden, Ireland to Russia, these stories are about coming to terms with our animal natures, exploring the ways in which we might renegotiate our fractured relationship with the natural world, and uncovering the wildness and wilderness within.

Arcadian Days - Gods, Women and Men from Greek Myth - from the winner of the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction... Arcadian Days - Gods, Women and Men from Greek Myth - from the winner of the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction (Paperback)
John Spurling
R295 Discovery Miles 2 950 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The Greek myths, refined by the great poets and playwrights of Ancient Greece, distil the essence of human life: its brief span, its pride, courage and insecurity, its anxious relationship with the natural world - earth, sea and sky, represented by powerful gods and monsters. Taking inspiration from the incomparably beautiful and intense poetry of Homer, Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides, Spurling - a lifelong classicist and an award-winning playwright and historical novelist - spins five more myths for contemporary readers. These captivating tales centre on male-female pairs - Prometheus and Pandora, Jason and the sorceress Medea, Oedipus and his daughter Antigone, Achilles and his mother Thetis, Odysseus and Penelope - that destroyed dynasties, raised and felled heroes, and sealed the fates of men.

Arcadian Nights: Gods, Heroes and Monsters from Greek Myth - From the Winner of the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction... Arcadian Nights: Gods, Heroes and Monsters from Greek Myth - From the Winner of the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction (Paperback)
John Spurling
R296 Discovery Miles 2 960 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Ancient as they are, the Greek myths still resonate at the core of our literature and culture, and may well reveal more about human nature and the world we have created than we like to believe. From the garden of his house in the Peloponnese overlooking the gulf of Argos, award-winning playwright and novelist John Spurling draws on a lifetime's engagement with the classics and with Greek culture to reanimate the characters of Apollo, Herakles, Theseus, Perseus and Agamemnon, along with the gods, demi-gods, monsters and mortals who shaped their destinies. Gripping, spirited and sometimes grisly, Spurling's fresh interpretations of these timeless tales bring both their heroes and their context vividly to life. ***PRAISE FOR ARCADIAN NIGHTS*** 'A brilliant, riveting book that leaves its competitors behind, blinking into the distance, as surely as Theseus left Ariadne' TLS 'Classicists and non-classicists alike will love Arcadian Nights... a great book' Oxford Today 'This book shines... seamlessly interweaving personal and historical perspectives' Historical Novels Review 'An excellent read that examines the intricacies of storytelling and the complexities of human nature' The Lady

Faust (Hardcover): Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe Faust (Hardcover)
Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
R711 Discovery Miles 7 110 Ships in 9 - 17 working days
Dawn Rising (Hardcover): Lisa M. Green Dawn Rising (Hardcover)
Lisa M. Green
R807 Discovery Miles 8 070 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Le scommesse di Jack (Racconto celtico) - Jack's weddenschappen (Een Keltische sage) - Bilingue con testo a fronte -... Le scommesse di Jack (Racconto celtico) - Jack's weddenschappen (Een Keltische sage) - Bilingue con testo a fronte - Tweetalig met parallelle tekst: Italiano - Olandese / Italiaans - Nederlands (Dutch, Hardcover)
Wirton Arvott; Translated by Laetitia de Groot; Edited by Ruben Laureys
R523 Discovery Miles 5 230 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Norse Myths & Tales - Epic Tales (Hardcover): Brittany Schorn Norse Myths & Tales - Epic Tales (Hardcover)
Brittany Schorn; Created by Flame Tree Studio (Literature and Science) 1
R637 R528 Discovery Miles 5 280 Save R109 (17%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Lively, stark and formidable, the imagery of Norse mythology storms through this classic collection. The fierce glory of Odin, Frigga, Heimdall and their fellow gods of Asgard shines here, with all the great adventures, from Yggdrasil, the Tree of Life, to the legends of Loki. And from the fabled Bifrost to the forging of Thor's hammer, each Viking legend is riven with a vitality that speaks to us still. Here you'll find out how Odin lost his eye, how Tyr lost his hand and read the terrible punishment meted out to Loki. Included too is the Sigurd Saga with its sleeping warrior maidens, treasures and glorious, heroic battles. This wonderful collection finishes with The Death of Balder, the Revenge of the Gods and, fittingly, Ragnarok. The latest title in Flame Tree's beautiful, comprehensive series of Gothic Fantasy titles, concentrates on the ancient, epic origins of modern fantasy.

Among the Hunted (Paperback): Caytlyn Brooke Among the Hunted (Paperback)
Caytlyn Brooke
R541 Discovery Miles 5 410 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
No Gods, No Monsters (Paperback): Cadwell Turnbull No Gods, No Monsters (Paperback)
Cadwell Turnbull
R647 R603 Discovery Miles 6 030 Save R44 (7%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days
ANJALI ( Panjaboodha kadhaigal) / ?????? - ????????? ?????? (Tamil, Paperback): La Sa Ramamirutham ANJALI ( Panjaboodha kadhaigal) / அஞ்சலி - பஞ்சபூதக் கதைகள் (Tamil, Paperback)
La Sa Ramamirutham
R484 Discovery Miles 4 840 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Rose Madder (Paperback): Stephen King Rose Madder (Paperback)
Stephen King
R544 R509 Discovery Miles 5 090 Save R35 (6%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Spinning Silver - A Novel (Paperback): Naomi Novik Spinning Silver - A Novel (Paperback)
Naomi Novik
R487 R430 Discovery Miles 4 300 Save R57 (12%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Joseph Jacobs' English, More English, and Indian Folk and Fairy Tales, Batten (Hardcover): Joseph Jacobs Joseph Jacobs' English, More English, and Indian Folk and Fairy Tales, Batten (Hardcover)
Joseph Jacobs; Illustrated by John D. Batten
R1,176 Discovery Miles 11 760 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Over a century ago, Joseph Jacobs began collecting the first set of English fairy tales, in response to a then popular feeling that there were no English fairy tales. English Folk and Fairy Tales, the first in a series of 6 books by Joseph Jacobs, w

The Fallen King Chronicles (Hardcover): Richard Fierce The Fallen King Chronicles (Hardcover)
Richard Fierce
R1,591 Discovery Miles 15 910 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Retornos M Gicos de La Diosa Luna (English, Spanish, Hardcover): Carlos Adriel Conde Yeko Manta Retornos M Gicos de La Diosa Luna (English, Spanish, Hardcover)
Carlos Adriel Conde Yeko Manta
R930 Discovery Miles 9 300 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Retornos Magicos de la Diosa Luna ... Relatos de un viaje maravilloso por el mundo de la psique, por el in-consciente profundo que no guarda relacion con los sentidos comunes del hombre, sino con la percepcion de otras dimensiones ocultas de los reinos que estan "mas alla" de lo fisico, y con los que el hombre y la mujer, compa-rando y analizando el ambiente de su entorno inmediato, pueden especular sobre el pasado, el presente y el futuro, para con ello facilitar el encuentro o descubrimiento del Amor Divino y el libre albedrio.

Irish Gothic Fairy Stories - From the 32 Counties of Ireland (Paperback, New edition): Steve Lally, Paula Flynn Lally Irish Gothic Fairy Stories - From the 32 Counties of Ireland (Paperback, New edition)
Steve Lally, Paula Flynn Lally; Illustrated by James Patrick Ryan
R546 R492 Discovery Miles 4 920 Save R54 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

In the four provinces of Ireland there are thirty-two counties. Each county and its people have their own traditions, beliefs and folklore - and each one is also inhabited by the Sidhe: an ancient and magical race. Some believe they are descended from fallen angels, whilst others say they are the progeny of Celtic deities. They go by many names: the good folk, the wee folk, the gentle people and the fey, but are most commonly known as 'the fairies'. These are not the whimsical fairies of Victorian and Edwardian picture books. They are feared and revered in equal measure, and even in the twenty-first century are spoken of in hushed tones. The fairies are always listening. Storyteller Steve Lally and his wife singer-songwriter Paula Flynn Lally have compiled this magnificent collection of magical fairy stories from every county in Ireland. Filled with unique illustrations that bring these tales to life, Irish Gothic Fairy Stories will both enthral and terrify readers for generations to come.

Native American Myths (Paperback): Jk Jackson Native American Myths (Paperback)
Jk Jackson
R215 R179 Discovery Miles 1 790 Save R36 (17%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The Algonquins, Iroquois, the legend of Hiawatha and The Last of the Mohicans - the tribes of North America and their folk tales are deeply fascinating because they are unique amongst the mythologies of the world. The tribes were isolated from outside influence for thousands of years and developed a fruitful, empathetic relationship with their landscape, evolving a tradition that respected and feared nature in equal measure. The retold tales collected for this new book celebrate the diverse tribal vision of a rich and powerful land that still resonates today. FLAME TREE 451: From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and myth, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.

Trixter (Hardcover): Alethea Kontis Trixter (Hardcover)
Alethea Kontis
R669 Discovery Miles 6 690 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Six-Gun Snow White (Paperback): Catherynne M Valente Six-Gun Snow White (Paperback)
Catherynne M Valente; Illustrated by Charlie Bowater
R355 R327 Discovery Miles 3 270 Save R28 (8%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Essex Serpent - Now a major Apple TV series starring Claire Danes and Tom Hiddleston (Paperback): Sarah Perry The Essex Serpent - Now a major Apple TV series starring Claire Danes and Tom Hiddleston (Paperback)
Sarah Perry
R295 R154 Discovery Miles 1 540 Save R141 (48%) Ships in 5 - 7 working days

Now a major Apple TV series starring Claire Danes and Tom Hiddleston THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER 'A blissful novel of unapologetic appetites ... here is a writer who understands life' JESSIE BURTON, author of THE MINIATURIST London, 1893. When Cora Seaborne's controlling husband dies, she steps into her new life as a widow with as much relief as sadness. Along with her son Francis - a curious, obsessive boy - she leaves town for Essex, in the hope that fresh air and open space will provide refuge. On arrival, rumours reach them that the mythical Essex Serpent, once said to roam the marshes claiming lives, has returned to the coastal parish of Aldwinter. Cora, a keen amateur naturalist with no patience for superstition, is enthralled, convinced that what the local people think is a magical beast may be a yet-undiscovered species. As she sets out on its trail, she is introduced to William Ransome, Aldwinter's vicar, who is also deeply suspicious of the rumours, but thinks they are a distraction from true faith. As he tries to calm his parishioners, Will and Cora strike up an intense relationship, and although they agree on absolutely nothing, they find themselves at once drawn together and torn apart, affecting each other in ways that surprise them both. The Essex Serpent is a thrilling and unforgettable novel of intrigue, love, and the many forms it can take. A modern classic perfect for fans of Jessie Burton, Sarah Waters and Stacey Halls, THE ESSEX SERPENT is now a major Apple TV series starring Claire Danes and Tom Hiddleston.

The Sisters of the Winter Wood (Paperback): Rena Rossner The Sisters of the Winter Wood (Paperback)
Rena Rossner
R502 Discovery Miles 5 020 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Captivating and boldly imaginative, with a tale of sisterhood at its heart, Rena Rossner's debut fantasy invites you to enter a world filled with magic, folklore, and the dangers of the woods. *Publishers Weekly: Best Book of 2018: SF/Fantasy/Horror *BookPage: Best Book of 2018: Science Fiction & Fantasy "With luscious and hypnotic prose, Rena Rossner tells a gripping, powerful story of family, sisterhood, and two young women trying to find their way in the world." -- Madeline Miller, bestselling author of Circe In a remote village surrounded by vast forests on the border of Moldova and Ukraine, sisters Liba and Laya have been raised on the honeyed scent of their Mami's babka and the low rumble of their Tati's prayers. But when a troupe of mysterious men arrives, Laya falls under their spell -- despite their mother's warning to be wary of strangers. And this is not the only danger lurking in the woods. As dark forces close in on their village, Liba and Laya discover a family secret passed down through generations. Faced with a magical heritage they never knew existed, the sisters realize the old fairy tales are true. . .and could save them all. Discover a magical tale of secrets, heritage, and fairy tales weaving through history that will enchant readers of The Bear and the Nightingale, Uprooted and The Golem and the Jinni. Praise for The Sisters of the Winter Wood: "Intricately crafted, gorgeously rendered. . .full of heart, history, and enchantment." --Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A richly detailed story of Jewish identity and sisterhood. . . Ambitious and surprising." --Kirkus For more from Rena Rossner, check out The Light of the Midnight Stars.

Utopian Visions and Revisions - Or the Uses of Ideal Worlds (Hardcover, New edition): Artur Blaim Utopian Visions and Revisions - Or the Uses of Ideal Worlds (Hardcover, New edition)
Artur Blaim
R1,844 Discovery Miles 18 440 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The book focuses on different uses of the concepts of utopia, dystopia, and anti-utopia. The author analyses literature, cinema, and rock music, as well as scientific and legal motifs in utopian fiction. He also considers the functions of Jewish characters in early modern utopias and looks at the utopian aspects of scientific claims of literary and cultural theories. Utopian models are also applied to the practice of literature (socialist realism) and current socio-political affairs. Among the texts and films discussed are "Utopia", "New Atlantis", "Gulliver's Travels", "Memoirs of Signor Gaudentio di Lucca", "Nineteen Eighty-Four", "A Minor Apocalypse", "Lord of the Flies", and "Even Dwarfs Started Small".

The City of Lost Fortunes (Paperback): Bryan Camp The City of Lost Fortunes (Paperback)
Bryan Camp
R473 R444 Discovery Miles 4 440 Save R29 (6%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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