Medieval Legends

Celtic mythology, Arthurian romance, and an intriguing interpretation of British history - these are just some of the themes embraced by the anonymous authors of the eleven tales that make up the Welsh medieval masterpiece known as The Mabinogion. They tell of Gwydion the shape-shifter, who can create a woman out of flowers; of Math the magician whose feet must lie in the lap of a virgin; of hanging a pregnant mouse and hunting a magical boar.

There's a legend in this valley about a ghostly horseman that rides by night. There are many such legends and for schoolteacher Ichabod Crane the darkness of night holds a special fascination...and fear. For often there is truth in stories, especially ghost stories. And one fated night, Ichabod Crane will discover that the horseman of the legend is indeed... headless!

An epic story of loss, love and redemption. The Lady Peyton de Fluornoy is as resistant to marriage as Alec is, but she gradually begins to warm to the man who has given up on life. Alec comes to know a lady of spirit, beauty and intelligence. Before their marriage can happen, however, Alec's father is blackmailed by a neighbor who wants Peyton for his own son. Now deeply in love, Alec elopes with Peyton and an entirely new world of danger and passion opens up for them both.

Weird but True Stories from Medieval Europe: Bizarre, Shocking, and Unbelievable Tales from the Middle Ages Step into the shadowy, surreal, and surprisingly real world of medieval Europe like never before. Weird but True Stories from Medieval Europe takes readers on a riveting journey through the strangest corners of the Middle Ages—where pigs stood trial, bishops exploded in their coffins, and entire cities danced themselves into exhaustion. Based entirely on documented historical events, this fascinating and entertaining book reveals ten unbelievable but true stories from across Europe ...

They were poor enough to share horses. They became rich enough to bankroll kings. The Knights Templar began in 1119 as nine knights guarding a dangerous stretch of pilgrim road outside Jerusalem. By the height of their power, they controlled a private army, a fleet of ships, hundreds of castles and commanderies across Europe and the Holy Land, and one of the most sophisticated financial networks of the medieval world — an institution with nearly every attribute of a sovereign state except a crown. Then, on a single morning in October 1307, King Philip IV of France had every Templar in his...

Dive into the thrilling world of medieval England with "Ivanhoe: Adapted for Modern Readers." This timeless classic by Walter Scott has been thoughtfully updated with contemporary language and clean formatting, making it accessible and engaging for today’s audience. Experience the vivid narrative and compelling characters without the barriers of archaic expressions, allowing you to effortlessly engage with the story's intricate plots and rich historical context. Set against the backdrop of 12th-century England, "Ivanhoe" explores themes of chivalry, justice, and forbidden love. As ...

The Lucius Ring, passed down through the females of Theodosia's family, makes its way to medieval England where a highway robber steals it and gifts it to his true love. But secrets, and more curses, threaten to tear the couple a part. Will they be able to be together or will the curse of the Lucius Ring end their love forever?

Some prophecies bind the world. Others break it. The prophecy was fulfilled. The Twelve were bound. But peace has not come. The Seer’s words whisper of a missing King—an orphan who alone can unite the Three Lands before darkness swallows them whole. Fife, now a Teller, must lead his companions across a realm at war to find the Orphan King. Pursued by the again-walkers, shadowed by the Wretched, and hunted by armies of the Ang, the Twelve’s bonds will be tested on the road to the Unseen City. Secrets will unravel. Loyalties will fracture. And every step draws them closer to a truth ...

Death walks beside me… and desire isn’t far behind. Two weeks ago, I was hired by the Dragon Prince of Zaru to help his brother, the King, with a problem no one else could solve—their dead won’t stay buried. As a necromancer, I can lay the restless to rest and uncover what’s driving them to rise. As a Raltven, I’m even better at it. Good enough to be summoned across the sea. But the dead aren’t my only complication. From the moment I met Prince Racmar, the pull between us was instant—and on the journey to Zaru, it only grew stronger. Now it’s on the verge of combustion, ...

Explore Captivating Viking Tales and Sagas Two captivating manuscripts in one book: Viking Sagas: The Captivating Tale of Ragnar Lothbrok, Ivar the Boneless, Lagertha, and More, in Their Historical Context Tales from the Viking Age: Captivating Legendary and Historical Sagas The period between the end of the eighth century CE and the middle of the eleventh is often called the “Viking Age” because this is the period in which Scandinavian people expanded their contacts with the outside world through trade, raiding, exploration, and colonization. The first manuscript of this book presents ...

What if some of history’s most familiar “facts” were never true? Napoleon was unusually short. Vikings wore horned helmets. Medieval people believed the Earth was flat. Einstein failed math. The Titanic was officially declared unsinkable. These stories have been repeated so often that they feel like established history. But the truth is usually more complicated—and far more fascinating. In 101 Historical Myths Everyone Believes, Professor Heinrich Müller examines 101 persistent misconceptions from ancient civilizations, the Middle Ages, the modern era, and the twentieth century. ...

Prepare to be entranced by this utterly unique and completely spellbinding dark fairy tale from the million-copy bestselling M. R. Carey, author of The Girl With All the Gifts. In a kingdom forgotten by history, a legend unfolds ... Wounded in his county's endless wars, former soldier Mag Tresti...

A castle long abandoned. A knight haunted by the battle he survived. And a love waiting seven centuries in the past. Amelia Quinn likes plans. Plans are sensible, they prevent disasters. Plans definitely prevent things like flying to England to attend the wedding of a cousin who's marrying a famous footballer after knowing him for exactly eight days. But family is family. What Amelia doesn't plan on is touching an ancient sword at a crumbling castle and finding herself stranded in medieval England. Lord Thomas Ashcombe returned from the Battle of Evesham to find half his people gone and a ...

Each story in this 11+ hour collection is woven with the finesse to soothe your mind and whisk you away from the stresses of the modern world. As you delve into tales of heroes and their epic quests, you'll find yourself journeying alongside them, exploring lands of imagination and wonder. The narrations are designed to calm your mind, with a pacing and rhythm conducive to relaxation and sleep.

Introducing book one in the CELTIC LEGENDS SERIES, a star-crossed lovers tale from the RITA-nominated author of passionate, magical romances Conor has lived a hundred lives…but loved only once Born to a powerful Irish priestess, Conor knows he is no ordinary warrior. Some whisper he’s not human at all. He seeks out Brigid of Morna, a reclusive, woodland seer, the only woman who can unveil the truth of his everlasting strength. But Brigid refuses to help him—or to yield her hungry heart. For she knows that a man cursed to live a thousand lives must never fall in love… "An enthralling...

How much of the Viking Age is history—and how much was created by the storytellers who refused to let it die? The popular image of the Vikings is filled with horned helmets, fearless berserkers, burning monasteries, and warriors dreaming of Valhalla. The Icelandic sagas reveal something far more complicated: a world of ambitious kings, sharp-tongued poets, doomed outlaws, calculating lawmakers, fearless explorers, powerful women, and families trapped in devastating cycles of honor and revenge. Sagas of the North: The Real Lives and Legends of the Viking Age is an immersive narrative ...

Rosamund Clifford, one of the most famous royal mistresses of all time—concubine to Henry II, the first Plantagenet King. A young maiden ruled by a grasping father who will stop at nothing to promote his own cause with the King...even using his daughter's beautiful face and enticing body to gain high favour. A fearful girl taken by a mysterious messenger from Godstow nunnery to a Tower surrounded by a grotesque topiary labyrinth, where she must wait for the arrival of the master of the maze—not the Minotaur of ancient Greek myth but the bull-like Plantagenet King Henry. Drawn like a ...

A multi layered, fast-paced action thriller that spans eight centuries, from medieval Prussia to present day Poland and USA, centred on the legend of the Amber Knight. In 1232 Heroic Teutonic Knight, Helmut von Mau was killed in battle at Elblag. The town burned and the amber in the treasury melted. Helmut's fellow knights poured it into Helmut’s sarcophagus, shrouding his body and creating the Amber Knight. In present day Gdansk. Adam Salen, director of a museum trust receives photographs of the Amber Knight which disappeared in 1945, and a demand for 15 million dollars. His assistant, ...

What would make a sixth-century Irish monk climb into a fragile leather boat and sail beyond the known world? Saint Brendan the Navigator became one of Christianity’s most captivating figures—a monastic founder, spiritual teacher, and legendary voyager whose search for the Promised Land of the Saints inspired generations of pilgrims, sailors, mapmakers, and explorers. Saint Brendan the Navigator for Beginners brings together the history, faith, adventure, and mystery behind his remarkable story in one clear and accessible guide. Inside, you will discover: Brendan’s early life, ...

‘Without a doubt one of my all-time favorite fantasy novels’ ★★★★★ Reader review Maid Marian’s life is over. Her cowardly father has betrothed her to the most reviled man in the land: the Sheriff of Nottingham. Devastated, she’s sent on the quickest path to meet her husband...