Witches, Wizards, Seers & Healers Myths & Tales: Epic Tales by Diane Purkiss (En

Description: Witches, Wizards, Seers & Healers Myths & Tales by Diane Purkiss Seers, healers, shamans, sorcerers and witches appear in many traditions of the world, from the Baba Yaga of Eastern Europe to Bokwewa, the humpback magician of the Chippewa, from Merlin to the fox witches of Japan. Druids and wizards appear in many forms, good and diabolical, all explored here in epic tales of legend and myth. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Ancient societies, particularly where natural religions with many gods abound often highlight the power of an elder, or a seer, a healer or a wise friend. Tales of wizards and witches reach across traditions as folk try to explain natural phenomena and engage with the world around them. Those who understood the properties of healing in plants, or prediction of weather events to rescue crops became worshipped as elders, keepers of knowledge. In tribal African societies, Polynesian cultures, East Asian traditions tales of those with great knowledge are often described as witches or wizards. The Baba Yaga of Eastern Europe, the Skinwalkers of the Navajo, Merlin and Morgana la Faye of Arthurian Legend, the foxes witches of Japan, some work for good, others with ill intent, but all become the focus of folkloric legend, collected here in this new book of myths and tales. The Flame Tree Gothic Fantasy, Classic Stories and Epic Tales collections bring together the entire range of myth, folklore and modern short fiction. Highlighting the roots of suspense, supernatural, science fiction and mystery stories the books in Flame Tree Collections series are beautifully presented, perfect as a gift and offer a lifetime of reading pleasure. SELLING POINTS: . Silver foiled, embossed cover, printed on silver paper, matt laminated. . A gorgeous gift edition packed with the tales of myth and legend. . Brand new and classic tales, brought together for a satisfying read. . Illuminating foreword. . Another title in a series of beautiful editions of short story collections for the modern reader. Hardback, Deluxe edition, printed on silver, matt laminated, gold and silver foil stamped, embossed 25 illustrations Author Biography Diane Purkiss is Professor of English Literature and Fellow in English at Keble College Oxford. She has published widely on witches, fairies, ghosts and the history of the supernatural. She is currently working on a study of witches accused during the period of the trials who believed themselves to be performing magic. Promotional • Marketing focus on combination of gift production and high content values, delivering a curated read to genre enthusiasts.• Major interest pushed through Instagram, with Youtube reviewers and influences. Description for Sales People * Gold foiled, embossed cover, printed on silver paper, matt laminated.* A gorgeous gift edition packed with the best tales from the Arabian Nights.* Classic tales from many traditions across the world, brought together for a satisfying modern read.* Illuminating foreword.* New title in the Flame Tree series of short stories and epic tales bringing together the sources of legend, folklore and new fiction by modern writers. Details ISBN183964236X Short Title Witches, Wizards, Seers and Healers Myths and Tales Pages 480 Publisher Flame Tree Publishing Series Gothic Fantasy Language English Year 2020 ISBN-10 183964236X ISBN-13 9781839642364 Format Hardcover Subtitle Epic Tales Publication Date 2020-10-21 UK Release Date 2020-10-21 Imprint Flame Tree Publishing Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2020-10-21 NZ Release Date 2020-10-21 Illustrations 25 Line drawings, black and white Author Diane Purkiss DEWEY 398.21 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:151535811;

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