Myths and Mysteries of New Mexico

Myths and Mysteries of New Mexico
Author: Barbara Marriott, Ph.D.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 203
Release: 2010-11-09
Genre: History
ISBN: 0762767456

Part of our new and growing Myths and Mysteries series, Myths and Mysteries of New Mexico explores unusual phenomena, strange events, and mysteries in the Land of Enchantment's history. Each episode included in the book is a story unto itself, and the tone and style of the book is lively and easy to read for a general audience interested in New Mexico history.

Mysteries and Miracles of New Mexico

Mysteries and Miracles of New Mexico
Author: Jack Kutz
Publisher:
Total Pages: 236
Release: 1988
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780936455020

"Discover the haunted mesas, the eerie, bloodthirsty canyons, and the scorching wastelands that are beyond the freeways, away from the cities in surreal New Mexico"--Cover

Myths and Mysteries of South Carolina

Myths and Mysteries of South Carolina
Author: Rachel Haynie
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 195
Release: 2010-12-07
Genre: History
ISBN: 0762767669

Part of our new and growing Mysteries and Legends series, Mysteries and Legends of South Carolina explores unusual phenomena, strange events, and mysteries in South Carolina's history. Each episode included in the book is a story unto itself, and the tone and style of the book is lively and easy to read for a general audience interested in South Carolina history.

Mexico Unexplained

Mexico Unexplained
Author: Robert Bitto
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2017-10-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9781979049047

It's "The X Files" meets "Ancient Aliens" with a Latino twist. Many Americans do not know that a whole other world exists right across their southern border. This book examines the magic, the mysteries and the miracles of Mexico and covers such topics as ancient mysteries, myths and legends, religious curiosities, bizarre history, legendary creatures and otherworldly phenomena

Mexican Kaleidoscope

Mexican Kaleidoscope
Author: Tony Burton
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2016-08-29
Genre:
ISBN: 9780973519198

In Mexican Kaleidoscope, award-winning author Tony Burton delves into Mexico's rich history and culture. He focuses on a dazzling selection of events, individuals, myths and mysteries to explore some of the reasons why Mexico has become such an extraordinarily diverse and interesting nation. The 30 short chapters of Mexican Kaleidoscope span the entire range of time periods, from long before the Spanish conquest to the modern day. The topics considered range from cuisine, Aztec farming, Mayan pyramids, sheep and superstitions to mythical cities, aerial warfare, art, music and the true origins of Mexico's national symbols. Along the way, we encounter many unusual, strange, weird and wonderful aspects of Mexico. Mexican Kaleidoscope unravels some of the many forces that have helped shape Mexico's history and culture and helps us understand the appeal and mystique of this engaging country.

American Indian Myths & Mysteries

American Indian Myths & Mysteries
Author: Vincent Gaddis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019-02-12
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781948803076

"American Indian Myths and Mysteries is an authoritative and scrupulously researched account of mythology of the native American ... Although much of this ancient heritage has been lost, a great deal has been saved and there are men and women alive today who remember the lore of their ancestors."--Cover

The Un-Discovered Islands

The Un-Discovered Islands
Author: Malachy Tallack
Publisher: Picador
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2017-11-07
Genre: History
ISBN: 1250148456

In The Un-Discovered Islands, critically acclaimed author Malachy Tallack takes the reader on fascinating adventures to the mysterious and forgotten corners of the map. Be prepared to be captivated by the astounding tales of two dozen islands once believed to be real but no longer on the map. These are the products of the imagination, deception, and human error: an archipelago of ex-islands and forgotten lands. From the well-known story of Atlantis and the mysteries of frozen Thule to more obscure tales from around the globe, and from ancient history right up to the present day, this is an atlas of legend and wonder, with glorious illustrations by Katie Scott.

New Mexico Myths and Legends

New Mexico Myths and Legends
Author: Barbara Marriott, Ph.D
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2015-09-07
Genre: History
ISBN: 1493015850

Part of our new and growing Myths, Mysteries and Legends series, Myths, Mysteries and Legends of New Mexico explores unusual phenomena, strange events, and mysteries in the Land of Enchantment's history. Each episode included in the book is a story unto itself, and the tone and style of the book is lively and easy to read for a general audience interested in New Mexico history. Stories include the mysterious disappearance of lawyer and civic leader Albert J. Fountain—a man known both for defending Billy the Kid and for taking on cattle rustlers—and his little boy, Henry; the near discovery of when humans first came to America by George McJunkin, a black cowboy, born a slave; and the unsolved murders of an old mining town that lies at the depths of Bonito Lake.

Arizona Myths and Legends

Arizona Myths and Legends
Author: Sam Lowe
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 223
Release: 2016-11-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 1493023055

Arizona Myths and Legends explores unusual phenomena, strange events, and mysteries in Arizona’s history, like the story of Pearl Hart or the ghosts that live in the Hotel Vendome. Each episode included in the book is a story unto itself, and the tone and style of the book is lively and easy to read for a general audience interested in Arizona history.