Author: Kathryn Hinds
Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1608706826
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Mermaids and Mermen have been a fascinating subject throughout history in all world cultures, from ancient times through today. Do they exist? This richly-illustrated book traces humankind's fascination with the half-humans of the water realm.
Mermaids
Author: Kathryn Hinds
Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1608706826
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Mermaids and Mermen have been a fascinating subject throughout history in all world cultures, from ancient times through today. Do they exist? This richly-illustrated book traces humankind's fascination with the half-humans of the water realm.
Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1608706826
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Mermaids and Mermen have been a fascinating subject throughout history in all world cultures, from ancient times through today. Do they exist? This richly-illustrated book traces humankind's fascination with the half-humans of the water realm.
Operation Mermaid: The Project Kraken Incident
Author: Joseph McGarry
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1483443809
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
It is May 2026 when a strange anomaly transforms thousands of women around the world into mermaids. As Homeland Security agents begin investigating, they record their observations in a classified United States government report. There is no question that Operation Mermaid, originally founded in 1949, is back in full swing. Days later as several mermaids practice swimming in the open water, one finds a relic inside a shipwreck. Inside are plans for an abandoned Cold War era weapon known as Project Kraken. As a scientist's true identity is revealed, a Second Transformation rocks the world, increasing the size and scope of the mermaid population once again. As relationships change between mermaids, sirens, and the government, only time will tell if a worldwide disaster has been averted. In this intriguing science fiction tale, the lives of newly-initiated mermaids are intertwined with a failed Cold War project, leaving government agents to solve a complex puzzle.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1483443809
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
It is May 2026 when a strange anomaly transforms thousands of women around the world into mermaids. As Homeland Security agents begin investigating, they record their observations in a classified United States government report. There is no question that Operation Mermaid, originally founded in 1949, is back in full swing. Days later as several mermaids practice swimming in the open water, one finds a relic inside a shipwreck. Inside are plans for an abandoned Cold War era weapon known as Project Kraken. As a scientist's true identity is revealed, a Second Transformation rocks the world, increasing the size and scope of the mermaid population once again. As relationships change between mermaids, sirens, and the government, only time will tell if a worldwide disaster has been averted. In this intriguing science fiction tale, the lives of newly-initiated mermaids are intertwined with a failed Cold War project, leaving government agents to solve a complex puzzle.
The Mermaid Legends and the Maidens of the Sea - Book 2
Author: James Whitmer
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1663253102
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
The young reader will appreciate the wonderful world of mermaids, sea creatures. Sea wizards and sailors of the seven seas; and how all these elements interrelate into an understanding of the life of mermaids , the sea, the sea creatures, and the sailors with whom they are intertwined.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1663253102
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
The young reader will appreciate the wonderful world of mermaids, sea creatures. Sea wizards and sailors of the seven seas; and how all these elements interrelate into an understanding of the life of mermaids , the sea, the sea creatures, and the sailors with whom they are intertwined.
Every Saturday
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 738
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
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Languages : en
Pages : 738
Book Description
Mermaid's Return, the Complete Trilogy
Author: A.L. Knorr
Publisher: Intellectually Promiscuous Press
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
Discover the depths of a mermaid's heart. Mermaid’s Return is the start of a new mermaid mythology, that follows Mira as she returns to land for the first time in over eight years. She is driven by the urge to procreate, to find a human mate and produce a siren child. It proves more challenging than she expected. A siren creates reactions in human males just by being who—what—she is. Is it possible to navigate human society, find a way to earn money, and seek out her perfect mate? Can she overcome prejudice, other supernaturals, and the unexpected to not only survive but thrive on land? This series is a prequel to The Elemental Origins series—which includes Born of Water, and The Siren’s Curse series, which does a deep dive (pun intended) into a new mermaid mythology. Mermaid's Return includes all three books in the trilogy; Returning, Falling, and Surfacing. Contemporary fantasy, upper young adult, sweet romance, adventure, salvage, magic, elemental magic, supernaturals, shipwrecks, Canada, coastal small-town.
Publisher: Intellectually Promiscuous Press
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
Discover the depths of a mermaid's heart. Mermaid’s Return is the start of a new mermaid mythology, that follows Mira as she returns to land for the first time in over eight years. She is driven by the urge to procreate, to find a human mate and produce a siren child. It proves more challenging than she expected. A siren creates reactions in human males just by being who—what—she is. Is it possible to navigate human society, find a way to earn money, and seek out her perfect mate? Can she overcome prejudice, other supernaturals, and the unexpected to not only survive but thrive on land? This series is a prequel to The Elemental Origins series—which includes Born of Water, and The Siren’s Curse series, which does a deep dive (pun intended) into a new mermaid mythology. Mermaid's Return includes all three books in the trilogy; Returning, Falling, and Surfacing. Contemporary fantasy, upper young adult, sweet romance, adventure, salvage, magic, elemental magic, supernaturals, shipwrecks, Canada, coastal small-town.
A Field Guide to Demons, Fairies, Fallen Angels and Other Subversive Spirits
Author: Carol K. Mack
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780805062700
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Originally published: New York: Arcade Pub.: Distributed by Little, Brown and Company, c1998.
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780805062700
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Originally published: New York: Arcade Pub.: Distributed by Little, Brown and Company, c1998.
The Ashgate Encyclopedia of Literary and Cinematic Monsters
Author: Jeffrey Andrew Weinstock
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317044266
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
From vampires and demons to ghosts and zombies, interest in monsters in literature, film, and popular culture has never been stronger. This concise Encyclopedia provides scholars and students with a comprehensive and authoritative A-Z of monsters throughout the ages. It is the first major reference book on monsters for the scholarly market. Over 200 entries written by experts in the field are accompanied by an overview introduction by the editor. Generic entries such as 'ghost' and 'vampire' are cross-listed with important specific manifestations of that monster. In addition to monsters appearing in English-language literature and film, the Encyclopedia also includes significant monsters in Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, African and Middle Eastern traditions. Alphabetically organized, the entries each feature suggestions for further reading. The Ashgate Encyclopedia of Literary and Cinematic Monsters is an invaluable resource for all students and scholars and an essential addition to library reference shelves.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317044266
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
From vampires and demons to ghosts and zombies, interest in monsters in literature, film, and popular culture has never been stronger. This concise Encyclopedia provides scholars and students with a comprehensive and authoritative A-Z of monsters throughout the ages. It is the first major reference book on monsters for the scholarly market. Over 200 entries written by experts in the field are accompanied by an overview introduction by the editor. Generic entries such as 'ghost' and 'vampire' are cross-listed with important specific manifestations of that monster. In addition to monsters appearing in English-language literature and film, the Encyclopedia also includes significant monsters in Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, African and Middle Eastern traditions. Alphabetically organized, the entries each feature suggestions for further reading. The Ashgate Encyclopedia of Literary and Cinematic Monsters is an invaluable resource for all students and scholars and an essential addition to library reference shelves.
25 Mermaid Tales Collection
Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Publisher: Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Come along for 25 Mermaid’s adventures, collected together in one ebook - easy-to-read and easy-to-navigate! In folklore, a mermaid is an aquatic creature with the head and upper body of a female human and the tail of a fish. Mermaids appear in the folklore of many cultures worldwide, including the Near East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Mermaids have been a popular subject of art and literature in recent centuries, such as in Hans Christian Andersen's literary fairy tale "The Little Mermaid". In this great book collected works of Hans Christian Andersen, James Barrie, Andrew Lang, L. Frank Baum, H. G. Wells, Bret Harte, Louise M. Alcott et al. Hans Christian Andersen. The Little Mermaid Jonathan Ceredig Davies. Fairies and Mermaids Andrew Lang. The Golden Mermaid. Andrew Lang. Hans, the Mermaid’s Son Mabel Quiller-Couch. Lutey and the Mermaid Mrs. Molesworth. The Unselfish Mermaid Anonymous. The Fisherman and The Merman Abbie Phillips Walker. Hilda's Mermaid Charles Weathers Bump. The Mermaid of Druid Lake Louisa M. Alcott. Mermaids Louise Imogen Guiney. Water-Folk Abbie Farwell Brown. The Mermaid L. Frank Baum. The Sea Fairies Clara F. Guernsey. The Merman and The Figure-Head William Elliot Griffis. The Entangled Mermaid H. G. Wells. The Sea Lady Daniel O'Сonnor. The Story of Peter Pan Retold from the fairy play by Sir James Barrie E. Nesbit. Wet Magic Kirk Munroe. A Fighting Mermaid Lily Dougal. The Mermaid Bret Harte. The Mermaid Of Lighthouse Point Grant M. Overton. Mermaid G. Basil Barham. The Mermaid of Zennor John Timbs. Stories of Mermaids Philip Henry Gosse. Mermaids
Publisher: Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Come along for 25 Mermaid’s adventures, collected together in one ebook - easy-to-read and easy-to-navigate! In folklore, a mermaid is an aquatic creature with the head and upper body of a female human and the tail of a fish. Mermaids appear in the folklore of many cultures worldwide, including the Near East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Mermaids have been a popular subject of art and literature in recent centuries, such as in Hans Christian Andersen's literary fairy tale "The Little Mermaid". In this great book collected works of Hans Christian Andersen, James Barrie, Andrew Lang, L. Frank Baum, H. G. Wells, Bret Harte, Louise M. Alcott et al. Hans Christian Andersen. The Little Mermaid Jonathan Ceredig Davies. Fairies and Mermaids Andrew Lang. The Golden Mermaid. Andrew Lang. Hans, the Mermaid’s Son Mabel Quiller-Couch. Lutey and the Mermaid Mrs. Molesworth. The Unselfish Mermaid Anonymous. The Fisherman and The Merman Abbie Phillips Walker. Hilda's Mermaid Charles Weathers Bump. The Mermaid of Druid Lake Louisa M. Alcott. Mermaids Louise Imogen Guiney. Water-Folk Abbie Farwell Brown. The Mermaid L. Frank Baum. The Sea Fairies Clara F. Guernsey. The Merman and The Figure-Head William Elliot Griffis. The Entangled Mermaid H. G. Wells. The Sea Lady Daniel O'Сonnor. The Story of Peter Pan Retold from the fairy play by Sir James Barrie E. Nesbit. Wet Magic Kirk Munroe. A Fighting Mermaid Lily Dougal. The Mermaid Bret Harte. The Mermaid Of Lighthouse Point Grant M. Overton. Mermaid G. Basil Barham. The Mermaid of Zennor John Timbs. Stories of Mermaids Philip Henry Gosse. Mermaids
Storytelling
Author: Josepha Sherman
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317459385
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 758
Book Description
Storytelling is an ancient practice known in all civilizations throughout history. Characters, tales, techniques, oral traditions, motifs, and tale types transcend individual cultures - elements and names change, but the stories are remarkably similar with each rendition, highlighting the values and concerns of the host culture. Examining the stories and the oral traditions associated with different cultures offers a unique view of practices and traditions."Storytelling: An Encyclopedia of Mythology and Folklore" brings past and present cultures of the world to life through their stories, oral traditions, and performance styles. It combines folklore and mythology, traditional arts, history, literature, and festivals to present an overview of world cultures through their liveliest and most fascinating mode of expression. This appealing resource includes specific storytelling techniques as well as retellings of stories from various cultures and traditions.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317459385
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 758
Book Description
Storytelling is an ancient practice known in all civilizations throughout history. Characters, tales, techniques, oral traditions, motifs, and tale types transcend individual cultures - elements and names change, but the stories are remarkably similar with each rendition, highlighting the values and concerns of the host culture. Examining the stories and the oral traditions associated with different cultures offers a unique view of practices and traditions."Storytelling: An Encyclopedia of Mythology and Folklore" brings past and present cultures of the world to life through their stories, oral traditions, and performance styles. It combines folklore and mythology, traditional arts, history, literature, and festivals to present an overview of world cultures through their liveliest and most fascinating mode of expression. This appealing resource includes specific storytelling techniques as well as retellings of stories from various cultures and traditions.
The Cosmopolitan
Author:
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ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 692
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 692
Book Description