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Hedendomen i historiens spegel Catharina Raudvere · 2005 · 205p · ≈ 6h · Moderate Bilden av det förgångna tolkas alltid genom de tankemönster samtiden tillhandahåller, och olika tider har därför skapat skiftande biler av historien. I Hedendomen i historiens spegel tecknar författarna en bild av hur fornnordiska texter fått olika betydelse under skilda epoker. För att kunna använda den norröna litteraturen med dess personligheter och händelser, myter och ritualer som källa… Shares: Paganism, Religion, History

Blot Britt-Mari Näsström · 2001 · 268p · ≈ 8h · Moderate Offret var centralt i det förkristna samhället. I Eddans skapelseberättelse skapas jorden av den offrade jätten Ymers kropp och härskarguden Oden ger själv sitt ena öga för att få dricka ur vishetens brunn. Vikingarna såg blotet som ett gåvoutbyte mellan människor och gudar. De offrade vanligtvis mat och föremål för att få en rik skörd, god fruktsamhet eller för att fira årstidernas ankomst.I… Shares: Paganism, Religion, History

Gods and myths of northern Europe Hilda Roderick Ellis Davidson · 1960 · ★ 4.1 · 250p · ≈ 8h · Moderate Tiw, Woden, Thunor, Frig... these ancient northern deities gave their names to the very days of our week. Nevertheless most of us know far more of Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus and the classical deities. Recent researches in archaeology and mythology have added to what was already a fairly consistent picture (largely derived from a twelfth-century Icelandic account) of the principal Scandinavian… Shares: Europe, Religion, Mythology, History

What is history? Edward Hallet Carr · 1961 · ★ 3.9 · 208p · ≈ 6h · Moderate A philosophical interpretation of history, examining the significance of historical study as a science and a reflection of social values. Shares: Geschichte, Histoire, History

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Religionsmyternas röda tråd Javad Mofrad · 2005 · 110p · ≈ 3h · Moderate Shares: Europe, Religion

Der Untergang des Abendlandes Oswald Spengler · 1918 · ★ 4.1 · 647p · ≈ 21h · Challenging Spengler's work describes how we have entered into a centuries-long "world-historical" phase comparable to late antiquity, and his controversial ideas spark debate over the meaning of historiography. Shares: Geschichte, Histoire, History

Wicca Crystal Magic Lisa Chamberlain · 2015 · 144p · ≈ 4h · Moderate Explore the magical powers of crystal and stone with bestselling Wiccan author Lisa Chamberlain. This entry in the Mystic Library series is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to use these gifts of the earth for spells, elixirs, and charms. How do you begin collecting crystals—even on a budget? How do you clean, clear, and charge them? And which crystals are the best and most… Shares: Witchcraft, Magic

Pagan & Christian creeds Edward Carpenter · 1920 · 196p · ≈ 6h · Challenging An important thinker in the late-nineteenth and early-twentieth century period, English writer and philosopher Edward Carpenter was blessed with a seemingly insatiable intellectual curiosity. In this wide-ranging analysis of early religions and folk beliefs, Carpenter offers a deft and often poetic take on ancient rituals and deities. Shares: Paganism, Religion, Mythology, History

Pour Your Heart Into It Howard Schultz · 1997 · ★ 4.3 · 351p · ≈ 11h · Moderate A must-read for every entrepreneur and Starbucks lover. Howard Schultz shares the Starbucks story in a heart-felt way. Shares: Geschichte, Histoire, History

The white goddess Robert Graves · 1920 · ★ 4.0 · 511p · ≈ 17h · Challenging The definitive edition of one of the more extraordinary and influential books of our time This labyrinthine and extraordinary book, first published more than sixty years ago, was the outcome of Robert Graves's vast reading and curious research into strange territories of folklore, mythology, religion, and magic. Erudite and impassioned, it is a scholar-poet's quest for the meaning of European… Shares: Goddess religion, Religion, Mythology, History

Encyclopedia of Norse and Germanic folklore, mythology, and magic Claude Lecouteux · 2016 · 339p · ≈ 11h · Moderate A thorough reference to the many deities, magical beings, mythical places, and ancient customs of the Norse and Germanic regions of Europe • Explores the legends and origins of well-known gods and figures such as Odin, Thor, Krampus, and the Valkyries, as well as a broad range of magical beings such as the Elf King, the Lorelei, the Perchten, dwarves, trolls, and giants • Draws upon a wealth of… Shares: Europe, Religion, Mythology

Food in history Reay Tannahill · 1973 · ★ 4.0 · 424p · ≈ 14h · Moderate Surveys the evolution of man's diverse gastronomic habits, customs, and traditions against their cultural and historical background. Shares: Geschichte, Histoire, History

Coach Art Williams · 2006 · 321p · ≈ 10h · Moderate Now, for the first time, the complete story of A.L. Williams, told by the Coach himself! Art Williams shares the inspirational story of what it took to build a tiny "peanut" of a company into an industry giant. Full of heroes and villains, amazing victories and dashing defeats, this book is a must-read for anyone who's ever dreamed of building a team, of winning big, of doing what others said… Shares: Histoire, History

Motherpeace Vicki Noble · 1983 · ★ 4.2 · 288p · ≈ 9h · Moderate A guide to Motherpeace tarot cards, a tarot deck created in the 1970s inspired by the Goddess movement and second-wave feminism. For over a decade, Motherpeace has been an inspiration and oracle for women all over the world. Motherpeace recovers the positive, nurturing peace-oriented values of prepatriarchal times, and brilliantly combines art, history, mythology, folklore,… Shares: Goddess religion, Mythology

Lives of the Necromancers William Godwin · 1834 · 271p · ≈ 9h · Challenging Lives of the necromancers or an account of the most eminent persons in successive ages who have claimed for themselves or to whom has been imputed by others the exercise of magical powers (1834) was English journalist, political philosopher and novelist William Godwin's final book. The book concerns paranormal legends from western and middle eastern history. In 1835 it was reviewed by Edgar Allan… Shares: Witchcraft, Magic, History

The Great Cosmic Mother Monica Sjöö & Barbara Mor · 1987 · ★ 3.8 · 501p · ≈ 16h · Moderate This classic exploration of the Goddess through time and throughout the world draws on religious, cultural, and archaeological sources to recreate the Goddess religion that is humanity's heritage. Now, with a new introduction and full-colour artwork, t Shares: Goddess religion, Religion

Voyages de Cyrus Ramsay Chevalier · 1727 · ★ 3.0 · 358p · ≈ 11h · Demanding Le dessein de cet ouvrage est de peindre tous les caracteres d'une vertu simple et aimable, d'une ame delicate et noble, d'un esprit juste qui saisit les grandes verites par gout et par sentiment. Un tel ouvrage vous appartient de droit, et mon coeur devoit cet hommage a l'amitie dont vous m'honorez : c'est par elle que je jouis de cette paix, de cette liberte, et de ce doux loisir si propre et… Shares: Paganism, Mythology

Psychic Witch Mat Auryn · 2020 · ★ 4.3 · 264p · ≈ 8h · Moderate Uncover the Secrets to Becoming a Powerful Psychic Witch Popular writer and witch Mat Auryn reveals his most closely guarded tips, practices, and meditations for unlocking your psychic abilities and elevating your witchcraft into exciting new territory. Featuring over ninety exercises, this groundbreaking book helps your magick and your senses reach their full potential. Witchcraft and psychism… Shares: Witchcraft, Magic

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