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“david adams leeming”

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  • Mythology

    The Voyage of the Hero

    by David Adams Leeming ...
    What makes something mythic? What do mythic events and narratives have to do with us? In Mythology, David Leeming offers an unusual and effective approach to the subject of mythology by stressing universal themes through myths of many cultures. This anthology collects a wide array of narrative texts from the Bible to English literature to interpretations by Joseph Campbell, C.G. Jung, and others, ... Read more

    $18.09 USD

  • Mythology

    The Voyage of the Hero

    by David Adams Leeming ...
    What makes something mythic? What do mythic events and narratives have to do with us? In Mythology, David Leeming offers an unusual and effective approach to the subject of mythology by stressing universal themes through myths of many cultures. This anthology collects a wide array of narrative texts from the Bible to English literature to interpretations by Joseph Campbell, C.G. Jung, and others, ... Read more

    $18.09 USD

  • The World of Myth

    An Anthology

    Edited by David Adams Leeming ...
    Hercules, Zeus, Thor, Gilgamesh--these are the figures that leap to mind when we think of myth. But to David Leeming, myths are more than stories of deities and fantastic beings from non-Christian cultures. Myth is at once the most particular and the most universal feature of civilization, representing common concerns that each society voices in its own idiom. Whether an Egyptian story of creation ... Read more

    $12.39 USD

  • The World of Myth

    An Anthology

    Edited by David Adams Leeming ...
    Hercules, Zeus, Thor, Gilgamesh--these are the figures that leap to mind when we think of myth. But to David Leeming, myths are more than stories of deities and fantastic beings from non-Christian cultures. Myth is at once the most particular and the most universal feature of civilization, representing common concerns that each society voices in its own idiom. Whether an Egyptian story of creation ... Read more

    $12.39 USD

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  • Legends of Babylon and Egypt in Relation to Hebrew Tradition

    Enriched edition. Exploring Ancient Myths and Cultural Exchanges

    by L. W. King, Trevor Lowe ...
    In "Legends of Babylon and Egypt in Relation to Hebrew Tradition," L. W. King delves into the rich tapestry of ancient narratives that shaped early Judeo-Christian thought. This scholarly work meticulously examines the intersections between Babylonian and Egyptian myths and their influence on Hebrew traditions, illuminating how these legends informed biblical texts and themes. King's analytical ... Read more

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    Tales, Symbols, and Rituals from the Heart of the Subcontinent

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  • Greek Mythology for Kids: From the Gods to the Titans

    Greek Mythology Books

    by Baby Professor ...
    Series series Children's Greek & Roman Myths
    Why would you introduce your child to Greek mythology when they are just figments of the imagination? Well, there are many benefits a child can harvest from learning Greek mythology. For one, it fuels the imagination and help them become more creative. Greek mythology also teaches about the core values of love, courage and kindness. So grab a copy of this educational book today! ... Read more

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