Legend, Myth, and Magic in the Image of the Artist

Legend, Myth, and Magic in the Image of the Artist
Author: Ernst Kris
Publisher: Yale University Press
Total Pages: 180
Release: 1979-01-01
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780300026696

"This is the first English translation of a brief, scholarly, and brilliantly original work which sets out to examine the links between the legend of the artist, in all cultures, and what E.H. Gombrich, in an introductory essay, calls 'certain invariant traits of the human psyche.'"--Denis Thomas, Journal of the Royal Society of Arts "This book gathers together various legends and attitudes about artists, ancient and modern, East and West, and gives fascinating insights into attitudes toward artistic creation. It impinges on psychology, art history and history, aesthetics, biography, myth and magic, and will be of great interest to a wide audience in many fields.... A delightful and unrivalled study."--Howard Hibbard "Thought provoking and valuable.... To all those interested in psychiatry and art from the perspectives of history, criticism, or therapy and to the wide audience concerned with the psychology of aesthetics and of artistic creation."--Albert Rothenberg, American Journal of Psychiatry

The Encyclopedia of Jewish Myth, Magic and Mysticism

The Encyclopedia of Jewish Myth, Magic and Mysticism
Author: Geoffrey W. Dennis
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2007
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0738709050

How are alchemy, astrology, magic, and numerology related to Jewish mysticism? The fabulous, miraculous, and mysterious are all explored in this comprehensive reference to Jewish esotericism-the first of its kind! From amulets and angels to the zodiac and zombies, the "Encyclopedia of Jewish Myth, Magic and Mysticism" features over one thousand alphabetical entries. Rabbi Geoffrey W. Dennis offers a much-needed culmination of Jewish occult teachings that includes significant stories, mythical figures, practices, and ritual objects. Spanning the Bible, the Midrash, Kabbalah, and other mystical branches of Judaism, this well-researched text is meant to trigger insight, spark inspiration, and illuminate one of the oldest esoteric traditions still alive today.

The Magic of Reality

The Magic of Reality
Author: Richard Dawkins
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2012-09-11
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1451675046

The author addresses key scientific questions previously explained by rich mythologies, from the evolution of the first humans and the life cycle of stars to the principles of a rainbow and the origins of the universe.

Land of Sand and Song

Land of Sand and Song
Author: Joyce Chua
Publisher: Penguin Books
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2021-08-17
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 9789814954150

Legend has it that a magical spring lies dormant in the heart of the Khuzar desert. Said to be a gift from the gods, the spring holds the cure to all mortal woes. As mercenaries from everywhere try in vain to find the mystical spring, 17-yearold Desert Rose is on the run after her chieftain father is overthrown and captured by rebel clans. Now out for revenge, she sets out alone to the Oasis Capital to assassinate the person instigating the rebellion: the corrupt Emperor Zhao, who will stop at nothing to possess the elixir of life from the spring. To infiltrate the Imperial Guard, Desert Rose must pass a series of trials to test her wit, mettle, and her loyalty. But the real test lies in navigating the cut throat court politics with no ally but a rogue prince and a latent magic stirring in her - magic that can bring a kingdom to its knees or destroy her from within.

Star Wars: Myths & Fables

Star Wars: Myths & Fables
Author: Lucasfilm Press
Publisher: Disney Electronic Content
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2019-08-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 136805515X

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The Cat in Magic and Myth

The Cat in Magic and Myth
Author: M. Oldfield Howey
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 278
Release: 2003-01-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9780486431147

The cat has symbolized a host of concepts: good and evil, light and darkness, religion and black magic. This intriguing book traces the history of these fascinating creatures — from vampire and clairvoyant cats to cats in heraldry, as sacrificial objects, and idols of secret sects. Includes 50 black-and-white illustrations.

Yaqui Myths and Legends

Yaqui Myths and Legends
Author:
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
Total Pages: 188
Release: 1959
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9780816504671

Sixty-one tales narrated by Yaquis reflect this people's sense of the sacred and material value of their territory.

The Everything Twins, Triplets, And More Book

The Everything Twins, Triplets, And More Book
Author: Pamela Fierro
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 330
Release: 2005-06-30
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1440523215

Still reeling from the shock that you're not having just one baby, you're having two, three, or more? Unsure about what to expect and what you need to do? There's no need to fear, because with The Everything Twins, Triplets, and More Book you have all the answers right at your fingertips. From what to anticipate throughout pregnancy and delivery to surviving those first few sleepless months and the necessary lifestyle changes you'll need to make, every scenario is covered! Includes information on: What to expect during each trimester Physical changes your body endures Budgeting for extra expenses Setting up your household for the big arrivals The first few months of life with your multiples The Everything Twins, Triplets, and More Book is your all-in-one resource for preparing your home, and your life, for all your little bundles of joy!