Mythology Global

Embark on a Thrilling Journey Through Viking Lore Step into the mystical world of Norse mythology, where gods like Odin, Thor, and Loki face giants, monsters, and fate itself. In Norse Mythology: Legends and Legacy, author Shari Claire takes you on an adventure through timeless stories, blending captivating storytelling with modern insights. This book provides an accessible yet comprehensive guide to Norse myths, exploring the origins, adventures, and cultural significance of these legendary figures. Shari Claire bridges the gap between scholarly research and engaging storytelling, delving ...

A sweeping history of the Greeks, from the Bronze Age to today. “With suave latitude and dependable detail, Beaton takes his readers from a bright prehistoric ‘dawn’ in the Aegean to the heavy skies of contemporary geo-politics.” —The New Criterion More than two thousand years ago, the...

The “king of hardcore action” (Brad Thor, New York Times bestselling author) and New York Times and #1 international bestselling author weaves a breathless thriller starring Jack West, Jr. that’s “a clever mix of history, mythology, and geography” (Associated Press). A shadow world...

What if the world’s most terrifying monster was never meant to frighten us, but to remind us of what it means to be human? Across centuries and continents, one figure has refused to rest. The zombie, so often portrayed as a creature of horror and apocalypse began as something far more sacred and tragic. In Souls of the Undead, historian and storyteller Ethan Blackwood takes readers on a haunting journey through time, revealing how this misunderstood myth rose from the ashes of enslavement and became a mirror to humanity’s greatest fears. From the lush spiritual landscapes of pre-...

The Lost Continent: At the edge of the world, an impossible relic from the fables of antiquity has risen from the frozen wastelands of Antarctica. Professor Logan and his exploration team rush to investigate this historic find, but this unique discovery puts their lives in peril when they unearth the remnants of a long-forgotten civilization left buried beneath the ice. Within the twisting labyrinths below the melting glaciers, they uncover an ancient culture which had perished from a mysterious cataclysm. They soon realize it was a polar shift which had caused their destruction, and our ...

In this paranormal thriller, Ashley is the son of a Norn, abandoned by his mother at birth. With no guidance, he can only smell how people are likely to die. He works for the UN Carbon Authority, which makes inroads to fix climate change until terrorists bomb his office building. Because of evidence Ashley records during the attack, he’s placed on an elite team to track down the bombers. His future-sensing talents are pushed to the limits as people try to kill his team daily. Worse, everyone has secrets, even the attractive doctor heading the investigation. Eventually, he finds that the ...

A beleaguered young lecturer. A striving adventurer. A remote Arctic community beset by modern problems and an ancient mystery. Jennifer Ritter, biologist, is stuck in New York. She yearns to get back to stunning Svalbard and the supportive relationships she found there. But Svalbard is moving forward on its own. Heavy snowfall and random violence are creating their own chaos in the wretched dark of polar winter. Will the sparkling Arctic spring ever arrive? And will Jen arrive with it? The surprising conclusion to the evocative Svalbard series.

Rebel Folklore gathers 50 of the darkest and most complicated folktale characters from around the world, showing readers why we should care about the rebels and misfits of ancient stories. Folktales were humble stories, passed down generations by those on the fringes of society: women, peasants...

What if the dead never truly left us, just changed the way they speak? From the dawn of humanity to the age of artificial intelligence, one question has haunted us all: what happens when we die? Across civilizations and centuries, the belief in ghosts has remained unshakable, shifting its form but never its presence. When the Dead Refuse to Leave is a sweeping exploration of why we see, hear, and feel the dead, and what that says about what it means to be alive. Blending history, psychology, anthropology, and neuroscience, author Ethan Blackwood traces the evolution of ghost belief from ...

High Ophidian Book Two of The Eden Falls Chronicles The world is collapsing quietly, efficiently, by design. After the Serpent Gene Order seizes global power, humanity staggers under a new regime built on obedience, fear, and ancient bloodlines awakening in the dark. But the true coup unfolds far from public view, inside the Vatican itself, where a single glass of water becomes the spark that topples an entire faith. When the Pope and the College of Cardinals die in a single night, Cardinal Matteo Ashford di Rossi emerges as the lone survivor, and the newly elected Holy Father. The world ...

Wrath of the Dragons Dive into the global mythology of dragons and their shocking connection to UFOs, extraterrestrials, and reptoids! Wrath of the Dragons unveils a thrilling conspiracy of reptilian extraterrestrials secretly shaping Earth's history. From ancient legends carved in stone to modern UFO encounters, explore how these scaly beings might be more than mere myth. Journey through centuries of dragon lore across cultures, from the feathered serpents of Mesoamerica to the great wyrms of European folklore. Discover startling parallels between ancient dragon descriptions and ...

At the edge of the world, an impossible relic from the fables of antiquity has risen from the frozen wastelands of Antarctica. Professor Logan and his exploration team rush to investigate this historic find, but this unique discovery puts their lives in peril when they unearth the remnants of a long-forgotten civilization left buried beneath the ice. Within the twisting labyrinths below the melting glaciers, they uncover an ancient culture that had perished from a mysterious cataclysm. They soon realize it was a polar shift which had caused their destruction, and our world was presently ...

A SINGLE LIE COULD WIN THE WAR WITHOUT SHEDDING A DROP OF BLOOD. The chaotic ’eighties... political assassinations, drug wars, the computer revolution... Jared Sanders, the criminal oilman, is inches away from controlling the White House. His old nemesis, Senator Temple, stands in the way. This time, the senator is not alone. The heirs of the three oldest clans in the oil business join Temple. An aspiring lawyer with her eye on a supreme court seat, a Navy SEAL with a target on his back, and a dashing blueblood from New York City. Together, they could defeat the enemy without firing a ...

By the cofounder and CEO of Colossal Biosciences, which recently gained global headlines for reviving the extinct dire wolf — the first of many planned ""de-extinction"" projects, including wooly mammoths(!) — a manifesto outlining his guiding philosophical and scientific principles...

Sanctuary is an ancient right. But what does it mean today? Drawing on a lifetime of engagement with literature, myth, history and tradition from different cultures, Marina Warner's Sanctuary is an ambitious attempt to grapple with the sharpest questions that we are facing in today's world of...

The "Terror from the Sky" sci-fi adventure series continues with Book 5 — Dronescape:The Rise of Dreamers and Angels. From highly acclaimed independent author, Milton Keene, comes another action-packed and character-driven apocalyptic thriller about mankind's innate survival abilities. Chinese, AI, xenobot-driven entities linked with human stem cells produce and control massive mother drones and their weapons of mass destruction. Their pre-programmed mission is to destroy all of Earth's living organisms and man-made infrastructure. Book 5 begins where Book 4 ended. Skye Cambridge, her FBI...

Ever wondered why a god has an elephant’s head? Or why people celebrate festivals by throwing colorful powders into the air? Step into Cosmic Chai with Uncle Pai, where ancient stories meet science, and curiosity brews with every sip! Hinduism - or Sanātana Dharma - comes alive through questions, laughter, and mind-blowing discoveries that connect timeless wisdom with today’s world. Join Uncle Pai and his super-curious friends - Emma, Aarav, Sophie, Jia, and Michael - as they explore rainbow-colored gods, superhero avatars, magical mantras, and the secrets behind rituals, symbols, and ...

Shadows and Whispers: Legendary Beasts, Creatures and Deities Across the World is a mesmerizing collection of some of the world’s most fascinating and mysterious mythical creatures. Creatures of Myth and Legend: A Global Exploration of Legendary Beings, Cryptids, and Folklore - Drawing from the rich traditions of folklore across Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania, and the Americas, this book invites readers on an unforgettable journey through the eerie, magical, and often terrifying beings that have captivated cultures for centuries. Shadows and Whispers: Legendary Beasts, Creatures and ...

Death in Global Folk Tales is a collection of stories filled with wisdom, pain, laughter and yes, dying. Everyone’s fated end is grappled with by storytellers from across a multitude of cultures, centuries and continents. Included is a global collection of death superstitions and legends. Ours is a somber subject, but maybe stories about dying can teach us something about living.

In The Fox in Global Folk Tales, the reader will find a collection of stories from across the centuries and continents. The fox has fascinated those who create and consume stories since time immemorial. The all-time animal antihero is of course clever and cunning and many of these tales reflect that. However, foxes in stories can also be benefactors, gods and even, occasionally, fools. The rich storytelling tradition tapped into in this book says as much about us as it does about the sly red beast this collection is about. Why are the adventures of a thief and a scoundrel so alluring? Why ...