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The Mythology Book
- Big Ideas Simply Explained
- By: DK
- Narrated by: Emma Fenney
- Length: 14 hrs and 35 mins
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The Mythology Book explores the compelling worlds and characters depicted in myths and legends. Delve into each myth and discover the meanings behind these stories, getting to the heart of their significance to different cultures worldwide. More than just stories, myths are testament to the amazing creativity of humans striving to explain and make sense of the world around them.
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Boring!
- By Des Hughes on 30-12-19
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The Mythology Book
- Big Ideas Simply Explained
- Narrated by: Emma Fenney
- Series: Big Ideas Simply Explained
- Length: 14 hrs and 35 mins
- Release date: 05-12-19
- Language: English
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Smoke Gets in your Eyes
- And Other Lessons from the Crematorium
- By: Caitlin Doughty
- Narrated by: Caitlin Doughty
- Length: 7 hrs and 44 mins
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From her first day at Westwind Cremation & Burial, 23-year-old Caitlin Doughty threw herself into her curious new profession. Coming face-to-face with the very thing we go to great lengths to avoid thinking about, she started to wonder about the lives of those she cremated and the mourning families they left behind, and found herself confounded by people's erratic reactions to death. Exploring our death rituals - and those of other cultures - she pleads the case for healthier attitudes around death and dying.
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A New Perspective, thank you!
- By Richard on 06-09-17
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Smoke Gets in your Eyes
- And Other Lessons from the Crematorium
- Narrated by: Caitlin Doughty
- Length: 7 hrs and 44 mins
- Release date: 20-12-16
- Language: English
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A Monstrous Commotion
- The Mysteries of Loch Ness
- By: Gareth Williams
- Narrated by: Andrew Cullum
- Length: 14 hrs and 33 mins
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The Loch Ness monster: a creature that should have died out with the dinosaurs or a legend built on hoaxes and wishful thinking? Sir Peter Scott, internationally renowned naturalist and president of the World Wildlife Fund, was convinced that the monster existed. So were senior scientists at London's Natural History Museum and Chicago University; they lost their jobs because they refused to renounce their belief in the creature.
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Intriguing, amusing, but a bit too long!
- By Tina on 26-06-20
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A Monstrous Commotion
- The Mysteries of Loch Ness
- Narrated by: Andrew Cullum
- Length: 14 hrs and 33 mins
- Release date: 17-03-16
- Language: English
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Inuit Mythology Collection
- History, Myths and Legends of the Eskimo People. Discover Folk-Tales, Traditions and Animal Stories from the Frozen North
- By: Dr. Hinrich Johannes Rink, Knud Rasmussen, Dr. Daniel S. Neuman, and others
- Narrated by: James Francis Markert
- Length: 21 hrs and 54 mins
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Journey through the heart of the Arctic with this compelling trilogy that brings together some of the most cherished stories from Inuit tradition.
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Wow, a great and superb collection!
- By Are on 01-08-24
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Inuit Mythology Collection
- History, Myths and Legends of the Eskimo People. Discover Folk-Tales, Traditions and Animal Stories from the Frozen North
- Narrated by: James Francis Markert
- Length: 21 hrs and 54 mins
- Release date: 01-07-24
- Language: English
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Becoming Baba Yaga
- Trickster, Feminist, and Witch of the Woods
- By: Kris Spisak, GennaRose Nethercott - Foreword by
- Narrated by: Ann Richardson
- Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins
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Becoming Baba Yaga provides an in-depth look at the Baba Yaga mythos and history through Slavic folklore. Filled with historical and cultural context, analyses, and the stories themselves that add depth to the conversation. A comprehensive resource for anyone hoping to learn more about this ambiguous character and how her multifaceted presence still ripples through the present day, Becoming Baba Yaga is as thoughtful as it is illuminating.
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Becoming Baba Yaga
- Trickster, Feminist, and Witch of the Woods
- Narrated by: Ann Richardson
- Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins
- Release date: 03-09-24
- Language: English
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Ancient Greek Mythology
- Reimagined Timeless Tales of Greek Deities
- By: Courtney Grant
- Narrated by: Jack Nolan
- Length: 3 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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Uncover the magic of ancient Greek mythology with Ancient Greek Mythology: Reimagined Timeless Tales of Greek Deities! This captivating collection offers a fresh and entertaining twist on classic tales, retelling stories of gods, goddesses, and heroes in a way that will leave you on the edge of your seat, eager to know more.
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Entertaining
- By Caroline on 27-09-24
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Ancient Greek Mythology
- Reimagined Timeless Tales of Greek Deities
- Narrated by: Jack Nolan
- Length: 3 hrs and 13 mins
- Release date: 07-09-24
- Language: English
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Egyptian Mythology Collection
- History, Myths and Legends of the Gods of Egypt as Well as Egyptian Magic and the Book of the Dead Unabridged
- By: E. A Wallis Budge
- Narrated by: James Francis Markert
- Length: 20 hrs and 17 mins
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Unveil the secrets of an ancient civilization renowned for its mystique and splendor through E.A. Wallis Budge’s unabridged collection. This expertly curated trilogy, featuring Legends of the Gods, Egyptian Magic, and The Book of the Dead, invites you to explore the depths of Egyptian mythology, magic, and the afterlife.
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Great for a full overview of everything historically/mythology Egyptian in one package.
- By Mr. M. J. Topp on 16-05-24
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Egyptian Mythology Collection
- History, Myths and Legends of the Gods of Egypt as Well as Egyptian Magic and the Book of the Dead Unabridged
- Narrated by: James Francis Markert
- Length: 20 hrs and 17 mins
- Release date: 23-04-24
- Language: English
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Earth, Air, Fire & Water
- More Techniques of Natural Magic
- By: Scott Cunningham
- Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
- Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins
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A leaf from an oak tree . . . a wildflower . . . water from a sparkling stream . . . dirt from a cool dark cave-these are the age-old tools of natural magic. Born of the earth, possessing inherent power, they await only our touch and intention to bring their magical qualities to life. The four elements are powerful magical tools. Using their energies, we can transform ourselves, our lives, and our world. This much-loved, classic guide offers more than seventy-five spells, rites, and simple rituals you can perform using the marvelous powers of the natural world.
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Earth, Air, Fire & Water
- More Techniques of Natural Magic
- Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
- Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins
- Release date: 28-05-24
- Language: English
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Venus and Aphrodite
- A Biography of Desire
- By: Bettany Hughes
- Narrated by: Bettany Hughes
- Length: 3 hrs and 10 mins
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Venus and Aphrodite brings together ancient art, mythology, and archaeological revelations to tell the story of human desire. From Mesopotamia to modern-day London, from Botticelli to Beyoncé, Hughes explains why this immortal goddess continues to entrance us today - and how we trivialize her power at our peril.
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Fabulous
- By Liz on 30-07-21
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Venus and Aphrodite
- A Biography of Desire
- Narrated by: Bettany Hughes
- Length: 3 hrs and 10 mins
- Release date: 22-09-20
- Language: English
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Chinese Mythology
- Engaging Tales and Intricate Stories from China
- By: Jane Hampton
- Narrated by: Christopher Knight
- Length: 4 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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In this book in the series, the most important legends from China will come to light. You will learn about the famous monkey who became a god through his clever trickery and struggles, for instance. This is an amazing story that has inspired millions to depict the protagonist in paintings, sculptures, and other art works.
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Chinese Mythology
- Engaging Tales and Intricate Stories from China
- Narrated by: Christopher Knight
- Length: 4 hrs and 11 mins
- Release date: 10-02-20
- Language: English
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Tanzania - Culture Smart!
- The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
- By: Quintin Winks
- Narrated by: Anna Bentinck
- Length: 3 hrs and 58 mins
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Don't pack anxiety in your suitcase! Listening to Tanzania - Culture Smart! before you go, will ease your travel, help you to make friends, and avoid confusion. Tanzania - Culture Smart! will help you to understand local manners, customs, and laws. Tanzania - Culture Smart! goes the extra mile to help you brush up on your cultural small talk and will make you confident in leaving your comfort zone far behind.
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informative and pleasant to listen to.
- By Karol M. on 05-01-21
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Tanzania - Culture Smart!
- The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
- Narrated by: Anna Bentinck
- Length: 3 hrs and 58 mins
- Release date: 13-10-17
- Language: English
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How the Gospels Became History
- Jesus and Mediterranean Myths (Synkrisis)
- By: M. David Litwa
- Narrated by: Doug Smith
- Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins
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Did the early Christians believe their myths? Like most ancient—and modern—people, early Christians made efforts to present their myths in the most believable ways.
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Very Interesting
- By placidhead on 01-09-24
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How the Gospels Became History
- Jesus and Mediterranean Myths (Synkrisis)
- Narrated by: Doug Smith
- Series: Synkrisis, Book 7
- Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins
- Release date: 03-08-23
- Language: English
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Gardener's Folklore
- The Ancient Secrets for Gardening Magic
- By: Margaret Baker
- Narrated by: Amanda Edmiston
- Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins
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Ever wondered if there's any truth behind planting by the moon? Or why wassailing is still a common folk practice in some parts of the world? In Gardener's Folklore, the record of these practices is unveiled, with plenty of tips and tricks to try in your own 21st century garden for blooming bushes and plentiful potatoes.
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god awful narration
- By BravoPanda on 26-06-24
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Gardener's Folklore
- The Ancient Secrets for Gardening Magic
- Narrated by: Amanda Edmiston
- Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins
- Release date: 19-03-24
- Language: English
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Alaska Is the Center of the Universe
- By: James Dommek Jr., Josephine Holtzman, Isaac Kestenbaum
- Narrated by: James Dommek Jr.
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Alaska’s recent history is one of massive changes: Western contact, colonization, climate change. But some stories have survived—including stories of mysterious creatures that may still be out there.
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Generous, mesmerising, courageous.
- By PETER S WARING on 23-12-23
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Witchcraft and Secret Societies of Rural England
- The Magic of Toadmen, Plough Witches, Mummers, and Bonesmen
- By: Nigel Pennick
- Narrated by: Andrew Panebianco
- Length: 5 hrs and 28 mins
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Exploring the folk customs and magical traditions of guilds and rural fraternities such as the Shoemakers and Horsemen and the secrets guarded by the Free Gardeners, Witches, Toadmen, and Bonesmen, Nigel Pennick shows how the common working people of the Fens belonged to secret societies based on their specific trade. He details the hidden aspects of rural life most historians ignore - the magical current that flowed through the lives of working people - and describes the secret rites, ceremonies, oaths, and initiation rituals of the guilds and fraternities to which the folk belonged.
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An American narrating a book on Britain
- By Crupted on 17-05-20
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Witchcraft and Secret Societies of Rural England
- The Magic of Toadmen, Plough Witches, Mummers, and Bonesmen
- Narrated by: Andrew Panebianco
- Length: 5 hrs and 28 mins
- Release date: 07-01-20
- Language: English
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Norway - Culture Smart!
- The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
- By: Linda March
- Narrated by: Peter Noble
- Length: 3 hrs and 32 mins
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Norway - Culture Smart! provides essential information, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. This concise guide tells you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear of embarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliar situations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful business relationships.
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Good insight into Norwegian culture
- By formidible on 02-02-18
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Norway - Culture Smart!
- The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
- Narrated by: Peter Noble
- Length: 3 hrs and 32 mins
- Release date: 26-07-16
- Language: English
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Japanese Mythology Unleashed
- Discover Shinto Deities, Yōkai, and Historic Heroes on a Journey through Ancient Japan
- By: Anthony Poe
- Narrated by: Xander Krivacka
- Length: 3 hrs and 19 mins
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Dive into the mystical world of ancient Japan and uncover its incredible deities, mythical creatures, and heroic tales, even if you're new to folklore! Are you fascinated by Japan's rich culture and history?Discover captivating tales of Shinto gods, Yōkai, and legendary heroes that shape Japan's cultural heritage.
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Great book
- By Anonymous User on 30-08-24
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Japanese Mythology Unleashed
- Discover Shinto Deities, Yōkai, and Historic Heroes on a Journey through Ancient Japan
- Narrated by: Xander Krivacka
- Length: 3 hrs and 19 mins
- Release date: 22-07-24
- Language: English
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Queer Heroes of Myth and Legend
- By: Dan Jones
- Narrated by: Dan Jones
- Length: 4 hrs and 32 mins
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Hidden in the margins of history books, classical literature, and thousands of years of stories, myths and legends, through to contemporary literature, TV and film, there is a diverse and other-worldly super community of queer heroes to discover, learn from, and celebrate. Queer Heroes of Myth & Legend brings to life characters who are romantic, brave, mysterious, and always fantastical. It is a magnificent celebration of queerness through the ages in all its legendary glory.
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Not the same Dan Jones
- By Fawn on 13-05-24
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Queer Heroes of Myth and Legend
- Narrated by: Dan Jones
- Length: 4 hrs and 32 mins
- Release date: 12-01-23
- Language: English
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The Woman Warrior
- Memoirs of a Girlhood Among Ghosts
- By: Maxine Hong Kingston
- Narrated by: Ming-Na
- Length: 7 hrs and 28 mins
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Acclaimed author Maxine Hong Kingston’s The Woman Warrior broke new ground when it was first published 35 years ago, weaving autobiography, history, folklore, and fantasy in to a candid and revelatory story about the daughter of Chinese immigrants in mid-20th century California.
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Really fantastic!
- By LuLuFly on 08-01-15
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The Woman Warrior
- Memoirs of a Girlhood Among Ghosts
- Narrated by: Ming-Na
- Length: 7 hrs and 28 mins
- Release date: 18-01-11
- Language: English
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Backwoods Witchcraft
- Conjure & Folk Magic from Appalachia
- By: Jake Richards, Starr Casas - foreword
- Narrated by: Ian Andrews
- Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins
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In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." The witchcraft practiced in Appalachia is very much a folk magic of place, a tradition that honors the seen and unseen beings that inhabit the land as well as the soil, roots, and plant life.
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Backwoods Witchcraft
- Conjure & Folk Magic from Appalachia
- Narrated by: Ian Andrews
- Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins
- Release date: 28-01-20
- Language: English
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