Western Myth

"In classical Greece men called rhapsodes memorized and recited “The Iliad” and “The Odyssey.” My own rhapsode is the English actor Dan Stevens, whom fans of “Downton Abbey” will know as Matthew Crawley. He’s been performing the Robert Fitzgerald translation, and no Hellene could...

Containing delightful stories from the Yoruba and other West African peoples, this book presents tales of courage and cunning, virtue and vice, and fortunes found and lost. Some of these stories draw upon actual historical persons and events, while others are purely fictional, but each story has something to delight any listener.

On 14 May 1804, one Captain Meriwether Lewis and his companion William Clark led a 33-man expedition to the new lands of Louisiana. 8,000 miles and two years later, after rafting up the Missouri and crossing the Rocky Mountains, they reached the far side of the world, the Pacific Ocean.

Louis L’Amour Meets Lovecraft A cursed gun brings life drinking power to the west, but you shouldn't sip from a poisoned well. And someone has been graverobbing in Salt Lake and it goes a lot deeper than 6 feet. Orrin Porter Rockwell, infamous marshal is tasked with taking care of business on both counts at the same time. This is gonna be his biggest challenge yet! Necronomicolt 45. is a weird western fantasy in the vein of classic pulp fiction and Louis L’Amour books. If you like frontier justice, larger-than-life characters, and witty humor, then you will LOVE this next installment of...

Master Greek and Roman Mythology in Just 100 Pages—No Confusion, No Overwhelm, Just Clear Understanding Tired of mythology books that drown you in details you'll never remember? Most classical mythology guides throw everything at you: hundreds of minor gods, contradictory versions of the same myth, endless genealogies connecting obscure nymphs to river deities. You finish feeling more confused than when you started. There's a better way. Learn Classical Mythology in 100 Pages strips away the clutter and focuses relentlessly on what matters: the essential gods, the defining heroes, the ...

RC Sandoval has faced monsters, killers, and the ghosts of his own past — but nothing in his life prepared him for what waits in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. When a legendary lost treasure resurfaces, RC is pulled into a deadly hunt that cuts through abandoned mining camps, cartel‑scarred borderlands, and the haunted high country where the land itself feels alive… and hungry. What starts as a search for answers becomes a fight for survival against a creature born of frontier violence, starvation, and the unforgiving mountains. As bodies fall and old wounds reopen, RC must rely on ...

"No one, and I mean no one, combines great stories, good information, and laugh-out-loud humor more seamlessly than Philips."—Daniel Pritchett, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Historian Settle into your easy chair and let the 5-Minute History of the Wild West carry you back "to those thrilling days of yesteryear!" Tales include: The decades-long search for the mysterious lady who witnessed the Gunfight at the OK Corral. A medicine man is beaten and renamed Coyote Vagina after a famous battle. The son of a Western legend shoots up a courtroom to win an acquittal. A single attack forces ...

Read this for free with your Kindle Unlimited Membership Greece is a colorful country and has always been the target of many tourists looking to have a relaxing time. However, what many people do not seem to know is that Greece also packs a rich history – all lying beneath the beautiful landscapes and beaches. Its history starts thousands of years before the Christian calendar was used – and each moment represents a cultural artifact that enriched more than a single country. Greece went through many wars – big and small. Some were fought because certain conquerors had their eyes on ...

The power is dead. The dam is cracking. The countdown has begun When a catastrophic blackout plunges Mercy Ridge, West Virginia into total darkness, former lineman Owen Vale rushes into the storm. His brother, Logan, has vanished. Logan spent years being dismissed as a paranoid fanatic, obsessively documenting a chilling pattern: whenever infrastructure fails, an enormous, winged entity with burning red eyes appears right before the collapse. Now, the entire county grid is failing in a massive cascade. A multi-county blackout has isolated the valley, an upstream dam is fracturing under the ...

London has been destroyed in a blitz of bombs and disease. The only ones who have survived are children, among them Gwen Darling and her siblings, Joanna and Mikey. They spend their nights scavenging and their days avoiding the ruthless Marauders -- the German Army led by Captain Hanz Otto Oswald Kretschmer. Unsure if the virus has spread past England's borders but desperate to leave, Captain Hook hunts for a cure, which he thinks can be found in one of the survivors. He and his Marauders stalk the streets snatching children for experimentation.

Explore Captivating African Mythology and Egyptian Gods Two captivating manuscripts in one book: African Mythology: Captivating Myths of Gods, Goddesses, and Legendary Creatures of Africa Egyptian Gods: A Captivating Guide to Atum, Horus, Seth, Isis, Anubis, Ra, Thoth, Sekhmet, Geb, Hathor and Other Gods and Goddesses of Ancient EgyptThe continent of Africa is home to fifty-four countries that together harbor over three thousand cultures, each with their own ways of life and each with their own stories. Some of these stories have their origins in the folk beliefs of people native to their ...

Set in an ancient West African kingdom, The Gay King tells the story of King Adebayo, a revered ruler carrying a secret that could shatter his kingdom. While tradition dictates he marry, his heart is drawn to Kwame, the twin brother of his intended bride. As their forbidden love deepens, Adebayo faces an impossible choice: uphold his duty or risk everything for a love that could transform his kingdom. A timeless romance where love challenges tradition and identity finds its true voice. For readers captivated by the rich history and vibrant cultures of Africa, this tale offers a profound ...

"As soon as listeners hear Johnny Heller's easy Western drawl, they'll know they're in for a story about the Old West."—AudioFile The explosive true saga of the legendary adventurer Jedediah Smith and the Mountain Men who explored the American frontier, written by New York Times bestselling...

IT BEGAN WITH SIX STONES . . . From the deserts of Israel to the tsunami-lashed coasts of Japan, from the steppes of Mongolia to the most mysterious island on Earth—this is what we have come to expect from Matthew Reilly: stupendous action, white-knuckle suspense, heroes to cheer for, and an...

TEMPTRESS. MONSTER. WARRIOR. Aicha is the story of Morocco's warrior goddess, her strange magic, fierce rebellion, and devastating romance. Soraya Bouazzaoui weaves an epic tale of female rage and hidden myths, perfect for fans of The City of Brass and The Stardust Thief. The Portuguese empire...

"What a sweet child," says a newcomer in town about Goldilocks. "That's what you think," a neighbor replies. For Goldilocks is one of those naughty little girls who does exactly as she pleases, even if that means sampling the three bears' porridge, breaking Baby Bear's chair, and sleeping in his bed.

Louis L’Amour Meets Lovecraft Porter Rockwell, wanted for a murder he did not commit, is hiding out in Old California selling whiskey to thirsty forty-niners. When his friends dig up some monstrous bones and a peculiar book and offer to sell it for a helluva price, Porter can’t resist the mystery. But when both his night bartender and the sellers are murdered at his saloon Porter has to find out what the mysterious artifacts are all about. With some Native American legends, Sasquatch, Lovecraftian horror, and murderous bandits thrown in, not even bullets and blades can stop Rockwell ...

Think you know the story of the three little pigs? Not until you've experienced this version, retold by award-winning author-illustrator James Marshall. Children will know and love the familiar characters—three pig brothers and one huffing-puffing wolf—and they will giggle over the funny, new dialogue, which puts a fresh, modern twist on the classic tale.

It was early afternoon on October 26, 1881. In the mining town of Tombstone, Arizona, the well-armed lawmen Wyatt, Virgil, and Morgan Earp, along with their friend Doc Holliday, wore long, dark coats as they strode to an alley near the O.K. Corral. Here, the four of them found five cattle rustlers who had threatened them repeatedly. The unarmed Ike Clanton and Billy Claiborne were allowed to leave. The remaining three, Billy Clanton, and Frank and Tom McLaury, were shot dead while Virgil, Morgan, and Doc Holliday were all injured. In the following months, the feud continued. Virgil was ...

Discover the Timeless Magic of Greek Mythology! Folk Tales from Greece: Ancient Myths and Timeless Legends from Greek Mythology invites readers on an unforgettable journey through the heart of ancient Greece. This captivating collection brings to life the epic adventures, divine encounters, and profound wisdom of legendary heroes and gods. Within these pages, you will find: The awe-inspiring tale of King Midas, whose wish for gold brings unforeseen consequences. The epic voyage of Odysseus, navigating treacherous seas and mythical lands in his quest for home. The heartbreaking love story of...