Oral Tradition

Dive into the Legendary Sagas with "The Norse Bible" Embark on an epic journey through the Norse cosmos with "The Norse Bible." This compelling read unveils the mystique of Norse mythology, from the awe-inspiring realms of Asgard to the depths of Helheim. Each chapter invites you into a world where divine drama unfolds. In this enigmatic book, you will learn about: How It All Started: In the beginning, with Yggdrasil, The Tree of Creation, The Cosmic Tree, The Tree of Life; and after the end with the Aftermath & Renewal. Explore the Rich Norse Pantheon: From Odin's wisdom to Thor's might, ...

The Classic Oral Tradition Mega Collection gathers ancient epics, mythological works, fairy tales, folk traditions, and Native American stories from across cultures.

Inspired by The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, this book will light a fire under your untidy ass with humor and helpful organizing tips that you’ll actually want to use. Like a delightfully foul-mouthed best friend, this book dishes out the funny, unpretentious advice you need to hear most. You’ll discover how to deal with your sh*t like there’s no tomorrow, live in the moment without the f*cking mess, and make your life and your eventual death a hell of a lot easier. 

What is the Mishnah—and why has this ancient Jewish text shaped nearly two thousand years of faith, law, learning, and daily life? For many readers, the Mishnah can feel intimidating. It is compact. It is legal. It preserves debates between rabbis whose names may be unfamiliar. It speaks of blessings, Sabbath boundaries, marriage contracts, damaged property, Temple rituals, purity laws, and sacred time with a seriousness that can seem overwhelming at first glance. But behind those ancient discussions is one of the most fascinating stories in religious history. After the destruction of the...

What does it mean to read the plain meaning of the Hebrew Bible? Do the biblical prophets not speak in shrouded phrases? Does the Hebrew Bible not speak in allegory or metaphor at times? Does the simple reading of the text not imply a certain understanding of the historical and cultural context in which it was written? Can we accept the idea of a biblical text that requires an independent tradition to explain and provide the necessary foundation to even read the text in a correct grammatical form? These questions and the related answers cannot, in and of themselves, provide the foundations ...

Difficulties are a part of life, but so is the wisdom that helps us overcome them. On Keep Going, Lakota elder and award-winning storyteller Joseph M. Marshall III offers the unique perspective of his people to remind us that the most important and enduring lessons come through the power of...

African-American folklore was Zora Neale Hurston's first love. Collected in the late 1920's Every Tongue Got to Confess, from the celebrated author of Their Eyes Were Watching God, is published here for the first time, beautifully performed by Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis. Hilarious, bittersweet...

The Mahabharata is the greatest story ever told. Spanning generations, with stories within stories, suprise twists and turns, this is a story for all time. Rediscover the epic through this easy retelling of the Mahabharata, a gift from a gradfather to his grand daughters who live outside India.

Discover the sacred legends, haunting myths, and rich oral traditions of the Cherokee nation. Deep within the misty peaks and ancient valleys of the Appalachian Mountains lies a tapestry of stories passed down through generations. Cherokee Folklore opens a window into a timeless world where nature and the spirit realm exist as one, revealing the profound wisdom and enduring imagination of the Cherokee people. In this immersive collection, you will explore: The powerful origin stories of the world, fire, and the stars as told by ancient storytellers. Legendary encounters with spirit ...

What if the ruins of a forgotten world still whispered the secrets of your own? Beneath the marble columns and sun-bleached stones of Ancient Greece lies more than history. There lies a heartbeat. A story of ambition, betrayal, brilliance, and collapse. A story that didn’t end—it became the foundation of everything we call civilization today. The Rise and Fall of Ancient Greece is not just a chronicle of battles and empires. It is a journey into the soul of a people who dared to ask the hardest questions, build the boldest cities, and imagine a world governed by reason instead of fear. ...

Some religions are confined to doctrine. Akan religion is woven into life itself—into birth and burial, memory and destiny, family and sacred duty. It is a tradition shaped by reverence for Nyame, honor for the ancestors, respect for the unseen world, and a deep sense that human life is never separate from the moral order of the universe. If you have ever wanted to understand African traditional religion without confusion, jargon, or distortion, this book offers a clear and welcoming path. It opens the spiritual world of the Akan with warmth, clarity, and respect, helping you see not only...

Pahua Moua has a bit of a reputation for being a weirdo. A lonely 11-year-old Hmong girl with the unique ability to see spirits, she spends her summer days babysitting her little brother and playing with her best friend, a cat spirit no one else can see. One day Pahua accidentally untethers an angry spirit from the haunted bridge in her neighborhood - whoops. When her brother suddenly falls sick and can't be awoken, Pahua fears that the bridge spirit has stolen his soul.

What if the story of an ancient kingdom could change the way you understand an entire civilization? Step into the history of Ile-Ife, a kingdom whose influence reaches far beyond the walls of an ancient city. From sacred creation traditions surrounding Olodumare, Obatala, and Oduduwa to the rise of kingship, religion, agriculture, and extraordinary artistic production, Ile-Ife Kingdom brings together the major traditions and historical developments that shaped one of the most important centers of Yoruba civilization. Few people know how deeply the story of Ile-Ife is connected with the ...

The richest man in history was not Rockefeller, Rothschild, or Bezos—his name was Mansa Musa, and his story has been forgotten... until now. Few people realize that in the 14th century, a king from West Africa commanded such immense wealth that his pilgrimage to Mecca disrupted economies for decades. But Mansa Musa’s true legacy was not gold—it was vision. He built universities, preserved knowledge in Timbuktu’s secret libraries, and left behind lessons on leadership, faith, and legacy that still matter today. What you’re about to discover is the hidden truth behind the Mali ...

What if the story of the Aztecs you were taught was never meant to be remembered? Beneath the concrete sprawl of modern Mexico City lies a buried world—one of floating gardens, sacred geometry, and a civilization that once rivaled the greatest empires of history. This is not the tale of savagery and sacrifice that filled your textbooks. This is the story of a people who built a city on water, mapped the stars, governed with law, and fed millions with ingenuity that still humbles modern science. The Aztec Empire You Were Never Taught is a sweeping, emotionally resonant journey into the ...

In these essays, stories, and reflections, trailblazing Yankton Dakota writer and artist Zitkála-Šá honors the rich heritage of Sioux oral tradition. She muses on her childhood and early schooling, shares warrior tales of ancient spirits, and tells of the foreboding appearance of white settlers and missionaries. As a committed activist and a seminal voice for change, Zitkála-Šá also explores the oppressive forces that sought to erase her culture and remove her people from their land.

Deep in the mist-choked hollows of the Appalachian Mountains, something ancient stirs. The Tormented plunges you into the heart of forgotten folklore and blood-soaked legend, where the line between the living and the dead is dangerously thin. Ten twisted tales claw their way from the shadows—witches whisper curses in the wind, restless spirits haunt deserted mining towns, the undead rise with hunger in their hollow eyes, and vampires stalk the blackened woods under a blood moon. These aren’t just stories... they’re warnings. Dare to read what crawls beneath the surface of Appalachia. ...

The coordinates didn’t match. The bones weren’t his. And the map was never the territory. In 1925, Colonel Percy Fawcett vanished into the Amazon with his son, a compass, and a secret. He left behind a final letter, a set of falsified coordinates, and a trail of contradictions that still confound historians, archaeologists, and intelligence agencies alike. This is not a biography. It’s a classified file disguised as a book. Inside, you’ll find the suppressed evidence, the occult artifacts, and the buried truths that mainstream history refused to acknowledge. Fawcett wasn’t just ...

Practical exercises to reach higher levels of orgasm, renew relationships, and discover the healing power of sex Illustrates how to identify and best please the nine male and female genital anatomy types--such as Coyote Man or Buffalo Woman Provides exercises for greater sexual pleasure...

“Samleswari Temple: The Everlasting Blessings of the Goddess Worshipped as Samlei Maa” offers an evocative exploration of the sacred heart of Odisha, where the divine presence of Samlei Maa shapes the lives of devotees and the rhythms of everyday existence. More than a study of architecture or ritual, this book immerses the reader in the living spiritual landscape of the temple, revealing how devotion, myth, and culture intertwine to form a timeless tapestry of faith. Through detailed narratives, readers encounter the temple as a space where the sacred and the ordinary meet, where the ...