Editore: Forgotten Books, 2020
ISBN 10: 1330072375 ISBN 13: 9781330072370
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. Drawing on Folklore research, this book introduces a new framework for studying Folklore and the origins of Civilization, broadening our understanding of History. The author rejects the widely held assumption that all cultures independently developed from savagery, arguing instead that Civilizations grew out of conflicts between distinct Races and Cultures. This theory is supported by historical and ethnological research indicating deep racial inequalities dating back to the earliest human species. The author presents evidence of at least two distinct species of primitive man co-existing in the Pleistocene Period with significant intellectual disparities. This book challenges long-held assumptions and provides a new foundation for studying Folklore and the origins of Human Civilization. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2020
ISBN 10: 1330355601 ISBN 13: 9781330355602
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the enchanting world of Greek folklore, offering a kaleidoscope of captivating stories that mirror humanity's collective experiences, beliefs, and aspirations through the ages. Exploring the rich tapestry of Greek myth, the book showcases narratives that explore the origins of the universe, the nature of the divine, the triumphs and follies of heroes, and the profound wisdom of everyday life. The author masterfully analyzes the themes of love, loss, destiny, and the eternal struggle between good and evil, providing unparalleled insights into the human condition. Through its comprehensive collection and analysis, this book illuminates the enduring power of folklore as a repository of cultural memory and as a reflection of the human spirit's enduring quest for meaning and connection. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1330355601 ISBN 13: 9781330355602
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1330072375 ISBN 13: 9781330072370
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1330072375 ISBN 13: 9781330072370
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1330355601 ISBN 13: 9781330355602
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0484912291 ISBN 13: 9780484912297
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0484912291 ISBN 13: 9780484912297
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0656605723 ISBN 13: 9780656605729
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0656605723 ISBN 13: 9780656605729
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
HRD. Condizione: NEW. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Billing and Sons, Guildford, 1896
Da: Leaf and Stone Books, Toronto, ON, Canada
Cloth. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: No Dust Jacket. Xlv + 477 pp. Octavo. Edited with Essays on the Science of Folklore, Greek Folkspeech, and The Survival of Paganism, by J. S. Stuart-Glennie. New Folklore Researches. Includes Mythological Folk Idylls, illustrative of Kosmical Ideas (Zoonist, Magical, Supernalist) ; Social Folk songs illustrative of Village Life (Antenuptial, family life, communal life) ; Historical Folk Ballads, illustrative of Historical Memories (Byzantine memories, Ottoman and hellenic memories) ; Annotations; Excursus -- Greek Folk Speech. Dark blue cloth, blindstamped, with striking gilt decorations to fc, spine gilt faded but just legible, remains of lib. Spine label, board corners bit rubbed. Library bookplate and pocket to front and back eps, first few blanks and title have red stamp of Orthodox seminary, deckle edges, text clean and unmarked if bit toned. Nice example of lovely and somewhat scarce scholarly work. ; Ex-Library; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; 477 pages.
Editore: Hansebooks, 2018
ISBN 10: 333749370X ISBN 13: 9783337493707
Da: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germania
Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Greek Folk Poesy - annotated translations from the whole cycle of Romaic folk-verse and folk-prose - Vol. 1 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1896.Hans Elektronisches Buch is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hans Elektronisches Buch newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Editore: Hansebooks
ISBN 10: 3337493718 ISBN 13: 9783337493714
Da: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germania
Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Greek Folk Poesy - annotated translations from the whole cycle of Romaic folk-verse and folk-prose - Vol. 2 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1896.Hans Elektronisches Buch is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hans Elektronisches Buch newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Editore: Billing & Sons, Guildford, 1896
Da: T. A. Borden Books, Olney, MD, U.S.A.
Prima edizione
First Edition. gilt decorated blue cloth, very good; Spine ends worn, endpapers brown & brittle, first few pages edge chipped, contents good; 477 pp.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0656605723 ISBN 13: 9780656605729
Da: Mispah books, Redhill, SURRE, Regno Unito
hardcover. Condizione: NEW. New. book.
Editore: Billing and Sons (for the authors), London, 1896
Da: Gotcha By The Books, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Prima edizione
hardbound. Condizione: UNSPECIFIED. 2 Volume set of Lucy Garnett's translations of Greek Folk verses and songs, edited and with essays on folk-lore by J.S. Stuart-Glennie; mythological idylls, social songs, historical ballads, tales, historical legends - Byzantine, Ottoman, Hellenic, etc - Zoonist, Magical, Supernalist, etc; Stuart-Glennie's essays reference aspects of collecting folk-lore, folk-lore research etc; from the library of American philosopher, writer, iconographer (and sometimes poet) Hartley Burr Alexander whose bookplate appears to front pastedown of both volumes; blue cloth boards with gilt device to front and gilt titling to spine; both vols with bookshop labels to front endpapers, tanning to prelims and endpages, rear endpaper creased at gutter (vol 1), o.w. Very Good throughout; vol 1 boards lightly rubbed, and with minor worn spots, tanned to spine; vol 2 with some wear and scratches to front board, spine tanned, and with some wear to head of spine. no dustwrapper. 1018pp. 2 vols 8vo. Good-Very Good.