Search Results: Mythology from KALAMOS BOOKS

Princeton, NJ: Princeton Univ Pr, 1973 Book. Fine. Soft cover. 2nd Ed.. Bollingen Ser., No. XVII "Joseph Campbell's classic cross-cultural study of the hero's journey has inspired millions and opened up new areas of research and exploration. Originally published in 1949 . the first popular work to combine the spiritual and psychological insights of modern psychoanalysis with the archetypes of world mythology, the book creates a roadmap for navigating the frustrating path of contemporary life. Examining heroic myths in the light of modern psychology, it considers not only the patterns and stages of mythology but also its relevance to our lives today-and to the life of any person seeking a fully realized existence. Myth, according to Campbell, is the projection of a culture's dreams onto a large screen .it provides unparalleled insight into world mythology from diverse cultures. It is a must-have resource for both experienced students of mythology and the explorer just beginning to… Read More

London: Collins, 1979 Book. Near Fine. Hardcover. 1st UK Edition. "In this first volume of the grand synthesis that will crown a lifetime of outstanding work, Eliade explores ancient manifestations of the sacred, illuminating the creative moments of the major traditions" Original title "Histoire des Croyances et des Idees Religieuses" Translated from the French by Willard R. Trask. 489p. bibliography.index. Clean, crisp copy, but missing 2" of dj at foot of spine, which has caused slight sun fading to cloth underneath.

London: BBC Books, 2005 Book. New. Hardcover. 1st UK Edition.. Book illustrating the BBC TV documentary that examinaed places associated woth Myths & Legends such as : The Search for Shangri-La, Jason and the Golden Fleece, The Queen of Sheba, Arthur: The Once and Future King, 272p. illus. bibliography.index.

London: Penguin Books, 1963 Book. Very Good. Soft cover. First Edition. An original vintage Penguin edition [A 546] The role of mythology in ritual and its place in the origins of customs, cults, and hero worship are the fascinating subjects of this comparative survey. Based on firsthand sources, it recounts legends of the Egyptians, Babylonians, Assyrians, Hittites, and Canaanites, in addition to discussing the mythological elements of Jewish apocalyptic literature and the New Testament. 199p.Plates. Paper is age-toned, but otherwise is neat clean and tight..

London: Paul Hamlyn, 1969 Book. As New. Hardcover. First Thus. 141 p. plates (some col.) bibliography. index.ilustrated end paper. crisp .

Lexington, KY: University Press of Kentucky, 2001 Book. As New. Soft cover. Rev Ed.. "Traces not only the classics but focuses on Tolkien's minor works as well, tracing in detail the sources and influences - from pagan epic to Christian legend - which formed the foundation of Tolkien's masterpieces, his "Mythology for England.".