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Long before written spells or modern spirituality, Slavic folk magic lived at the heart of the home—by the fire, in the bread oven, and within the quiet rituals of everyday life. Slavic Folk Magic Traditions invites you to step into this ancestral world, where protection, balance, and spiritual awareness were woven into the rhythms of daily living.

Enjoy chilling tales of the Loup Garou, the Boo Hag, the Moon-Eyed People, and many more supernatural entities in this collection of spooky Southern US encounters. Beneath live oaks laden with Spanish moss, on humid nights thick with the scent of honeysuckle, creatures and spirits stalk the...

Thor, Odin, Loki, Freyja, the Valkyries, Valhalla, Ragnarok — many of the places we encounter these and other names, places, and events from Norse mythology in daily life and pop culture are connected to the medieval sources in name only.

An Instant New York Times Bestseller! China has concentration camps now. Why do Westerners claim our sins are unique? It is now in vogue to celebrate non-Western cultures and disparage Western ones. Some of this is a much-needed reckoning, but much of it fatally undermines the very things that...

Il Giappone è il paese degli opposti: tradizione e modernità, spiritualità e tecnologia convivono fianco a fianco dando origine a una speciale alchimia. Il fascino che il paese del Sol levante esercita sui visitatori è quello di un luogo privo di una specifica collocazione, situato in un tempo e in uno spazio quasi magici, slegati da tutto il resto del mondo. Gli scenari del Giappone appaiono come livelli di un videogioco: gli enormi schermi e i vestiti gotici delle ragazze; le torri futuristiche e i bar con karaoke; i boschetti di bamboo e le cime ghiacciate.

Ancient, time-tested wisdom: Okinawa, Japan, is a tiny, tiny island south of the Japanese mainland where people live their life's purpose every day. How is it possible for so many to live each day in such meaningful ways? The Okinawan concept of Ikigai. Magical reality come to life: David Michiels stuttered severely well into his adulthood. In clinical terms, his stutter was difficult to treat. But David started to work in a liquor store. Before long, his focus turned to one specific section of the sales floor: the scotch section.

The Mythology Book explores the compelling worlds and characters depicted in myths and legends. Delve into each myth and discover the meanings behind these stories, getting to the heart of their significance to different cultures worldwide. More than just stories, myths are testament to the amazing creativity of humans striving to explain and make sense of the world around them. 

This audiobook takes Norse mythology back to the beginning — explaining it as it was originally used, not as modern fantasy or academic theory. Designed for complete beginners, it shows where the myths came from, why they were shaped for memory, and how that shaped their meaning.

Bring Norse mythology, Viking proverbs, and rune-lore straight to your speaker and headphones. This edition unites the Old Norse Hávamál, the classic 1908 Olive Bray translation, and a completely new modern-English translation in one volume ideal for audiences of the Poetic Edda, fans of Viking history, and seekers of timeless self-mastery.

For almost 3,000 years, the Odyssey has captured imaginations with seafaring adventure, romance, friendships, as well as feats of heroism and of bloody revenge. The tale of Odysseus’ long and eventful journey home remains one of the greatest epics ever told, inspiring new translations...

You've seen Thor in the movies. But do you know the real god who sacrificed everything for wisdom? Fascinated by Norse mythology but unsure what's real and what's Hollywood invention? This comprehensive 6-in-1 guide offers a clear journey into the true world of Norse gods, myths, and beliefs. Unlike books that oversimplify into children's stories, this collection equips you with a genuine understanding of Odin's sacrifices, Thor's adventures, and Loki's chaos.

Embark on a cultural odyssey to explore the impact of Homer’s iconic poem, from its conception to the present day. Since it originated in the eighth century, The Odyssey has influenced literature, film, art, and much more, with its themes including homecoming, loyalty, and temptation. While...

The world of horror comes to life with this gorgeously illustrated and whimsical journey through the genre—exploring the folklore, monsters, and tropes that have fueled our fears for centuries. Horror is where the macabre meets the profound, and The Illustrated Compendium of Horror is your...

The history of Juneteenth is often condensed into a single moment in Galveston, Texas, however, it is actually the culmination of centuries of resistance, legal maneuvering, and a profound spiritual yearning for justice. To understand June 19, 1865, one must first look at the landscape of American slavery and the specific socio-political climate of the mid-nineteenth century. For the enslaved population, the struggle for liberty was not merely a political fight, it was a deeply theological one.

This is Ruth's tenth audiobook on the paranormal, and the sixth volume in her These Haunted Times series. Ruth specialises in collecting accounts from real witnesses first hand, and in finding correlations of accounts from the same location. This audiobook covers hauntings around the UK, going back a number of decades in some cases, and as recently as the night before the witness contacted the author in others! Ruth never embellishes any of the accounts, so what you are hearing is exactly what the person encountered.

The Essential Secret Teachings of All Ages distills Manly P. Hall’s monumental masterwork into a powerful, accessible volume—an abridgement that preserves the author’s original language, symbolism, and philosophical intent while removing repetition and excessive exposition.

Plongez au cœur des mystères les plus sombres avec Légendes Urbaines – Volume 3. De l’Amérique à l’Asie, de l’Europe à l’Afrique, chaque récit vous entraîne dans un univers où l’histoire et le paranormal se croisent.

Step into a world of shadowy forests, deep lakes, and icy mountain peaks where the lines between reality and myth blur. Cryptids and Cryptozoology: Spine-Chilling Encounters with Bigfoot, the Yeti, the Loch Ness Monster, and Other Legendary Beasts is your guide to exploring the unexplainable. Whether you're a sceptic or a devoted believer, this thrilling compendium promises to immerse you in the strange, the mysterious, and the terrifying.

Explore the vast and wondrous legends behind 35 of the world’s tree species and enjoy a new approach to nature–based spirituality. In this nature connection and spiritual wellness tool, Dawn Nelson offers a new way of connecting with trees—and in turn the landscape and nature around...

For over 30 years I’ve followed trails that most people never realise exist, moving through neglected archives and even into Freemasonry itself, searching for the information that rarely makes it past controlled environments. The deeper I have gone, the clearer it’s become that the official version of the world is a carefully managed construction, not an honest record.