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Presents a glimpse of everyday colonial life by examining the daily life on the settlements.

Presents a glimpse of everyday colonial life by examining the daily life on the settlements.

Presents a glimpse of everyday colonial life by examining the daily life on the settlements.

Brings the history of these gods and goddesses to life, along with visualizations, rituals, and exercises to help make them part of the reader’s spiritual practice.Figures like Brigid, Cernunnos, Rhiannon, and the Morrigan are honored for their magic, their bravery, and their mythical deeds. Among pagans, the gods and goddesses of Gaul, Ireland, Wales, and the other Celtic lands rank with the most popular and influential of the Greek, Roman, Norse, and Egyptian pantheons.This book provides an accessible guide for readers to learn about and connect spiritually with the gods and goddesses of the Celtic lands:Learn key features of each of the major Irish, Welsh, and continental Celtic deitiesDiscover the major myths and lore associated with each deityCreate rituals and magical work appropriate for each deityUnderstand the psychological archetypes of each god and goddessForge true and meaningful relationships with the deities for our timeRelate the various gods and goddesses to the sabbats and holy days

Dragons have always been a fascinating subject throughout history in all world cultures, from ancient times through popular media series today. This richly-illustrated book traces that history in myth and folklore. Sidebars share fun facts that support the main narrative.

The griffin is a creature that has a body of a lion and the head of an eagle. The phoenix is a legendary bird of fire and associated with the sun that is birthed out of ashes. Research into these creatures and the cultures from which they come has provided anthropological understanding in some areas, but has also led to many more questions about the creatures'' existence and origins. This book examines the myths, legends, and facts surrounding the griffin and phoenix. Cultural diversity is celebrated through the examination of myths and legends from around the world and presents different interpretations about each, providing detailed information for the reader to dissect and explore. The chapters include detailed sidebars giving insight into legends of past civilizations and encourages students to compare and contrast myths across ages and cultures. Portions of the book use primary sources directing where students can find more information, including links to websites, videos, and other rich content.

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.

The sphinx, which appeared in Egyptian mythology, has a head of a human and the body of a lion; however in other cultures, wings sometimes also are included. Centaurs are half-human, half-horse creatures that are often depicted in battle. Research into these creatures and the cultures from which they come has provided anthropological understanding in some areas, but has also led to many more questions about the creatures'' existence and origins. This book examines the myths, legends, and facts surrounding the sphinx and centaur. Cultural diversity is celebrated through the examination of myths and legends from around the world and presents different interpretations about each, providing detailed information for the reader to dissect and explore. The chapters include detailed sidebars giving insight into legends of past civilizations and encourages students to compare and contrast myths across ages and cultures. Portions of this book use primary sources directing where students can find more information, including links to websites, videos, and other rich content.

The unicorn is a symbol of purity. Treat your readers to quotes from literary and historical sources, abundant images and illustrations, and a fascinating narrative about the history of the majestic unicorn.

This exciting volume explores the mythical and historical backgrounds of water monsters such as the Loch Ness monster, the Vikings'' Midgard Serpent, the biblical Leviathan, and the Scandinavian kraken.

Aimed at readers ages 12 and up, the brand new "Colonial Life" series complements the world history and American history curriculum and follows the National Standards guidelines. Easy-to-read chapters featuring full-color maps and illustrations take students from the early days of discovery and exploration, through the establishment of the first colonies by the vying European powers, to the events leading to the Revolutionary War and the founding of the United States.Comprehensive in scope, the series covers events in North, Central, and South America, including the early settlements, the thirteen British colonies, Canada, the Spanish possessions of the southwest and California, and the French territories. Thematic volumes introduce students to daily life on the settlements, the diversity of the people, rule of government, religions and beliefs, and the regional and global economies involving trade and commerce. Coverage also includes material on Native American cultural groups from the pre-Columbian era through their interactions with the European colonists and settlers.Feature boxes and sidebars in each volume discuss high interest events and developments and offer biographical information, and primary source material displays historical documents along with quoted text from important figures and excerpts of their writing. A glossary and a guide to further information including Internet resources help make this set an invaluable addition to any school or public library.

Presents a glimpse of everyday colonial life by examining the daily life on the settlements.