Author: Michael B. Dick
Publisher: Penn State Press
ISBN: 1575065126
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 257
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Pejoratively referred to as "idols" in the Hebrew Bible and in western tradition, the cult image occupied a central place in the cultures of the ancient Near East. In Mesopotamia, a ritual (mis pi) was used to "give birth" to the god represented by the cult image. In this volume, three separate essays examine the topic within different ancient Near Eastern cultures, and a fourth provides a modern analogy as counterpoint.
Author: Al Knorr
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781775067115
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 396
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Welcome to the world of fire magi, where what doesn't kill you (literally) makes you stronger.
Author: Nicole Loraux
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780801434198
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 175
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One of the world's most renowned classicists here offers a fascinating look at myths of origins and their role in ancient Greek civic ideology. Through a series of critical interpretations of Athenian myths, Nicole Loraux explores the meaning of democracy in its first form, which excluded from its benefits women, slaves, and foreigners. Arguing that these stories have much to tell us about the present and the human condition, her book makes important claims about the role of the past in our understanding of the present. Loraux begins by discussing the Greek fascination with being born from the earth. Myths of autochthony, she asserts, shed important light on attitudes toward both foreigners and women in democratic states. She considers the role demarcated for women by the Pandora myth, according to which women are artificially created out of earth and therefore belong to a race apart. Her analysis also extends to contemporary issues, concluding with the place of the foreigner in democratic societies, ancient and modern. Originally published in France in 1996, Born of the Earth has been superbly translated into English by Selina Stewart.
Author: A L Knorr
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781989338483
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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A mysterious shipwreck could unlock ancient powers... or send her to a watery grave. Targa MacAuley feels more at home on dry land than in the watery realm of her mermaid ancestors. After 17 years on solid ground, she fears she'll never grow into the creature her mother hoped she'd become. To keep her mom's homesickness and true identity under wraps, Targa signs on for a mysterious salvage dive in the Baltic Sea. Her plan to blend in with the rest of the crew is spoiled when she catches the eye of a handsome local. A freak accident and a strange connection to the ancient shipwreck below attract even more unwanted attention. With both her mom's secret-and her life-in danger, Targa must finally find the courage to unleash the currents surging deep within. Born of Water is a Readers Favorite Gold Medal Winner and the first book in The Elemental Origins, a captivating nonlinear series of YA urban fantasy novels, now updated in celebration of its 5th anniversary. If you like new twists on mermaid lore, simmering romance, and close-knit mother-daughter bonds, then you'll love A.L. Knorr's nautical adventure. Embark on a deeper dive into the story's lore with The Wreck of Sybellen, a companion novel included with the book.
Author: Stacy McAnulty
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
ISBN: 1250197910
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
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A lighthearted nonfiction picture book about the formation and history of the Earth--told from the perspective of the Earth itself! "Hi, I’m Earth! But you can call me Planet Awesome." Prepare to learn all about Earth from the point-of-view of Earth herself! In this funny yet informative book, filled to the brim with kid-friendly facts, readers will discover key moments in Earth’s life, from her childhood more than four billion years ago all the way up to present day. Beloved children's book author Stacy McAnulty helps Earth tell her story, and award-winning illustrator David Litchfield brings the words to life. The book includes back matter with even more interesting tidbits. This title has Common Core connections.
Author: Patty Selly
Publisher: Redleaf Press
ISBN: 1605541192
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 271
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This resource teaches children about sustainability and environmentalism with green-oriented lesson plans, art activities, literature connections, and classroom projects.
Author: Henry Madison Morris
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 136
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Author: Sri Vishwanath
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781549809248
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 64
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For 17 years by the grace of Krishna I got an opportunity to sit at His feet and learn. There was not a moment in my prayers where I desired a single thing to happen in the world. All I wanted was to know Krishna a little bit better everyday. In this process I ended up writing 13 bestselling books including The Secret of Bhagavad Gita. I founded The Bhagavad Gita University and built four systems of self realisation. The Instant Transcendental Formula, Bhagavad Gita Mastery, 10X Moksha and The Vedanta 2 Minute Club. In these 17 years I stuck to reading only four books. Day in day out I read them again and again. It gives me great joy to present the greatest man born on earth which I have curated from these four books. The author of these books has inspired me to put this book in a condensed form. All credit goes to the author of these four books.... Amongst everything I have written and experienced this little book gifted me the maximum joy. I hope you feel the same.... Lets begin...
Author: Debra Frasier
Publisher: Harcourt Childrens Books
ISBN: 9780152059446
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
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The earth celebrates the birth of a newborn baby.
Author: Drew Karpyshyn
Publisher: Del Rey
ISBN: 0345549899
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 409
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New York Times bestselling author Drew Karpyshyn has long thrilled readers with his kinetic, fast-paced storytelling style. Now he returns with The Scorched Earth, the second novel in his acclaimed series about four young people who will either save the world or bring about its destruction. The Children of Fire—four mortals touched by the power of Chaos—each embody one aspect of a fallen and banished immortal champion: Keegan, the wizard; Scythe, the warrior; Cassandra, the prophet; Vaaler, the king. Grown to adulthood, the Children are in search of the ancient Talismans that can stop the return of Daemron the Slayer, ancient enemy of the Old Gods. But in acquiring Daemron’s Ring, they unleashed a flood of Chaos magic on the land—leaving death, destruction, and a vengeful queen in their wake. Now, beset on all sides by both mortal and supernatural enemies, they realize that their strength and faith will be tested as never before. And their greatest trial will be finding Daemron’s Sword, the last of the ancient Talismans, before the entire mortal world is engulfed in the war and Chaos that will herald the return of the Slayer. Praise for The Scorched Earth “[Drew] Karpyshyn’s doom-laden spin on myth and magic invigorates ancient archetypes in the second entry of the Chaos Born trilogy. . . . The journey is complicated by unnerving ambiguity, grim imagery, and pessimistic overtones, as if Michael Moorcock’s decadence were filtered through J.R.R. Tolkien’s heroism.”—Publishers Weekly “If you’re a fan of fantasy and looking to try something new, this series continues to shine. . . . [Karpyshyn] writes deep, intriguing characters set in a strange world of unique magic. It’s a place where magic is dangerous but essential.”—Roqoo Depot “An enjoyable read . . . I recommend this for all fantasy fans.”—Book Reviews & Giveaways
