Author: Thomas L ThompsonPublisher: BRILL
ISBN: 9004659765
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 234
Book Description
Mekal, the God of Beth-Shan
Author: Thomas L ThompsonPublisher: BRILL
ISBN: 9004659765
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 234
Book Description
Digging Into the Dark Ages
Author: Howard WilliamsPublisher: Archaeopress Archaeology
ISBN: 9781789695274
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
What does the 'Dark Ages' mean in contemporary society? Tackling public engagements through archaeological fieldwork, heritage sites and museums, fictional portrayals and art, and increasingly via a broad range of digital media, this is the first-ever dedicated collection exploring the public archaeology of the Early Middle Ages (5th-11th centuries AD). Digging into the Dark Ages builds on debates which took place at the 3rd University of Chester Archaeology Student Conference hosted by the Grosvenor Museum, Chester, 13 December 2017. It comprises original perspectives from students integrated with fresh research by heritage practitioners and academics. The book also includes four interviews offering perspectives on key dimensions of early medieval archaeology's public intersections. By critically 'digging into' the 'Dark Ages', this book provides an introduction to key concepts and debates, a rich range of case studies, and a solid platform for future research.
The Vikings
Author: Kirsten WolfPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
This book explores 11 popular misconceptions about the Vikings. Each chapter looks at a particular misconception, examines how it became popular, discusses what we now believe to be the truth, and provides excerpts from primary source documents. When people think of the Vikings, they often envision marauding barbarians who lived violent lives. While a number of mistaken beliefs about the Vikings have become engrained in popular culture, they are not grounded in historical facts. This book examines popular misconceptions related to the Vikings and the historical truths that contradict the fictions. The book discusses 11 mistaken notions about the Vikings, with each fiction treated in its own chapter. Topics include whether the Vikings wore horned helmets, whether they were unhygienic, whether they had primitive weapons, whether they drank out of skull cups, and more. Each chapter examines how the misconception proliferated and discusses what we now believe to be the facts contradicting the fictions. Excerpts from primary source documents help readers to understand how the misconceptions came to be throughout history and provide evidence for the historical truths.
Not For All The Gold In Ireland
Author: John JamesPublisher: Gateway
ISBN: 057510581X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
The hard years on the Amber Road had changed Photinus the Greek. He had won a fortune and lost an eye and married various wives and become a God. His cousin Philebus had played the game of the pea and the three cups; now, reluctantly, Photinus - Votan - set off to retrieve the Deed of Monopoly to all the Gold of Ireland. Sequel to the remarkable VOTAN, NOT FOR ALL THE GOLD IN IRELAND continues the adventures of John James' reluctant hero Photinus. One of the forgotten classics of fantasy, the duology is ripe for rediscovery. Fans include Neil Gaiman, who has provided a new introduction to the Fantasy Masterwork collection.
Historical Greek Coins, Described
Author: Sir George Francis HillPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Historical Greek Coins
Author: Sir George Francis HillPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Numismatics, Greek
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
The Evil Eye
Author: Frederick Thomas ElworthyPublisher: Library of Alexandria
ISBN: 1465573194
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 436
Book Description
The Green Helmet and Other Poems
Author: William Butler YeatsPublisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
"The Green Helmet and Other Poems" is a collection of poetry by the Irish poet William Butler Yeats. Published in 1910, this collection reflects Yeats's exploration of themes such as love, nature, mysticism, and the mythology of Ireland. The title poem, "The Green Helmet," is known for its use of symbolism and explores the themes of love and desire. In addition to the titular poem, the collection includes a variety of other works that showcase Yeats's distinctive poetic style and his engagement with Irish folklore and traditions. Yeats, a key figure in the Irish Literary Revival and a Nobel laureate in Literature, is celebrated for his contributions to modernist poetry. His work often incorporates elements of Irish mythology and the occult, and he was a co-founder of the Abbey Theatre in Dublin. "The Green Helmet and Other Poems" provides readers with a glimpse into Yeats's evolving poetic vision during this period. Immerse yourself in the lyrical and symbolic world of W. B. Yeats as he weaves together themes of love, mythology, and the complexities of the human experience.
The Vikings and the Victorians
Author: Andrew WawnPublisher: Boydell & Brewer Ltd
ISBN: 0859916448
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 458
Book Description
Andrew Wawn draws together a wide range of source material, including novels, poems, lectures and periodicals, to give a comprehensive account of the construction and translation of the Viking age in 19th century Britain.
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