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| famous legends in literature: Transformations of Myth Through Time Joseph Campbell, 1990-02-28 The renowned master of mythology is at his warm, accessible, and brilliant best in this illustrated collection of thirteen lectures covering mythological development around the world. |
| famous legends in literature: Famous Legends Adapted for Children Emeline G. Crommelin, 2021-08-31 Famous Legends Adapted for Children is a delightful children's book written by British author Emeline G. Crommelin. Her talent for simplifying complex stories and making them suitable for young readers is evident in this book, making it a great way to introduce children to classic legends. |
| famous legends in literature: The Legend of Robin Hood Julia McDonnell, 2015-07-15 Stories of the outlaw archer Robin Hood reach back to medieval times. However, movies, books, comic books, and television shows about him still populate our popular culture. Readers will not only become absorbed by the legend of the folk hero, complete with his Merry Men and the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, they'll be intrigued by the debate about whether Robin Hood is based on a real person. Famous illustrations and fun facts abound in this high-interest volume. |
| famous legends in literature: A Book of Famous Myths and Legends Thomas Bailey Aldrich, Thomas J. Shahan, 2013-10 This is a new release of the original 1947 edition. |
| famous legends in literature: The Legend of King Arthur Shalini Saxena, 2015-07-15 Stories of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table are rife with adventure and romance. People never tire of the many legendary exploits of the ancient king of Britain. However, readers might be surprised that many historians believe Arthur was a real person. This accessible volume includes some of the most famous tales of the legend as well as their foundations in both history and myth. Beautiful artwork and intriguing fact boxes make this a unique and valuable addition to any fiction or nonfiction collection. |
| famous legends in literature: Famous Legends Adapted for Children Emeline Gifford Crommelin, 1904 |
| famous legends in literature: Famous Legends Adapted for Children Emeline Gifford Crommelin, 1912 |
| famous legends in literature: Famous Legends J. D. M. Preshous, 1975 |
| famous legends in literature: Famous Legends Adapted for Children E. G. Crommelin, 1925 |
| famous legends in literature: The Book of Legends Told Over Again Horace Elisha Scudder, 1899 |
| famous legends in literature: An Anthology of American Folktales and Legends Frank de Caro, 2014-12-18 For folklorists, students, as well as general readers, this is the most comprehensive survey of American folktales and legends currently available. It offers an amazing variety of American legend and lore - everything from Appalachian Jack tales, African American folklore, riddles, trickster tales, tall tales, tales of the supernatural, legends of crime and criminals, tales of women, and even urban legends.The anthology is divided into three main sections - Native American and Hawaiian Narratives, Folktales, and Legends - and within each section the individual stories explore the myriad narrative traditions and genres from various geographic regions of the United States. Each section and tale genre is introduced and placed in its narrative context by noted folklorist Frank de Caro. Tale type and motif indexes complete the work. |
| famous legends in literature: The Legend of Dracula Michael Sabatino, 2015-07-15 Dracula, the blood-thirsty Transylvanian who terrorized England, was a character in an 1897 horror novel. However, the author, Bram Stoker, based his infamous creature on a real-life prince from the 1400s named Vlad III. Though Vlad wasn't a vampire, he was known for some very gory exploits. Legends of vampires stretch back even further than this. Thrilled readers will devour this legend, its possible sources, and details about its contribution to popular culture. Spooky photographs and illustrations set the mood and enhance the spine-tingling text. |
| famous legends in literature: The Modern Myths Philip Ball, 2022-10-17 With The Modern Myths, brilliant science communicator Philip Ball spins a new yarn. From novels and comic books to B-movies, it is an epic exploration of literature, new media and technology, the nature of storytelling, and the making and meaning of our most important tales. Myths are usually seen as stories from the depths of time—fun and fantastical, but no longer believed by anyone. Yet, as Philip Ball shows, we are still writing them—and still living them—today. From Robinson Crusoe and Frankenstein to Batman, many stories written in the past few centuries are commonly, perhaps glibly, called “modern myths.” But Ball argues that we should take that idea seriously. Our stories of Dracula, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and Sherlock Holmes are doing the kind of cultural work that the ancient myths once did. Through the medium of narratives that all of us know in their basic outline and which have no clear moral or resolution, these modern myths explore some of our deepest fears, dreams, and anxieties. We keep returning to these tales, reinventing them endlessly for new uses. But what are they really about, and why do we need them? What myths are still taking shape today? And what makes a story become a modern myth? In The Modern Myths, Ball takes us on a wide-ranging tour of our collective imagination, asking what some of its most popular stories reveal about the nature of being human in the modern age. |
| famous legends in literature: Lady Godiva Daniel Donoghue, 2008-04-15 This book investigates who Lady Godiva was, how the story of her naked horseback ride through Coventry arose, and how the whole Godiva legend has evolved from the thirteenth century through to the present day. Traces the erotic myth of Lady Godiva back to its medieval origins. Based on scholarly research but written to be accessible to general readers. Combines history, literature, art and folklore. Focuses on the twin themes of voyeurism and medievalism. Contributes to our understanding of cultural history, medievalism and the history of sexuality. |
| famous legends in literature: In Search of Myths & Heroes Michael Wood, 2005 In this companion to a forthcoming PBS series, Wood journeys to some of the remotest places on earth in search of four of mankind's most powerful myths: Shangri-La, Jason and the Golden Fleece, the Queen of Sheba, and King Arthur. |
| famous legends in literature: Le Morte D'Arthur Thomas Malory, 2015-03-05 This brisk retelling of Le Morte D'Arthur highlights the narrative drive, humor, and poignancy of Sir Thomas Malory’s original while updating his fifteenth-century English and selectively pruning over-elaborate passages that can try the patience of modern readers. The result is an adaptation that readers can enjoy as a fresh approach to Malory's sprawling masterpiece. The book's most famous episodes--the sword in the stone, the cataclysmic final battle--are all here, while lesser-known key episodes stand forth with new brightness and clarity. The text is accompanied by an up-to-date bibliography, including websites and video resources, and a descriptive index keyed--like the retelling itself--to the book and chapter divisions of William Caxton's first printed edition of 1485. |
| famous legends in literature: Famous Legends Adapted for Children Gifford Crommelin, 1990 |
| famous legends in literature: A Book of Famous Myths and Legends Introduction by Thomas J. Shahan, 2020-05 |
| famous legends in literature: Fantastic Creatures in Mythology and Folklore Juliette Wood, 2018-08-23 Drawing on historical sources, myth and folklore, Fantastic Creatures in Mythology and Folklore explores the roles of fantastical beasts - particularly the unicorn, the mermaid, and the dragon - in a series of thematic chapters organised according to their legendary dwelling place, be this land, sea, or air. Through this original approach, Juliette Wood provides the first study of mythical beasts in history from the medieval period to the present day, providing new insights into the ways these creatures continue to define our constantly changing relationship to both real and imagined worlds. It places particular emphasis on the role of the internet, computer games, and the cyberspace community, and in doing so, demonstrates that the core medieval myth surrounding these creatures remains static within the ever-increasing arena of mass marketing and the internet. This is a vital resource for undergraduates studying fantastic creatures in history, literature and media studies. |
| famous legends in literature: Jersey Legends Erren Michaels, 2015-11-02 With fairies and dragons, witches and werewolves, the picturesque island of Jersey boasts legends as varied and powerful as any within the British Isles. From its golden beaches to its treacherous cliffs, Jersey is alive with mysterious stories as strange and fascinating as the beings that inhabit them. This unique anthology includes the most famous of Jersey's fables, such as the Hougue Bie Dragon, the Witches of Rocqueberg, and the demon of Bonne Nuit. It also contains original tales of ancient monsters such as the Vioge of Crack Ankle Lane, the Prince and Princess of Sorel Point and the Crooked Fairy. These spellbinding stories had almost been lost to the shadows of the past, but are brought to life here once more. |
| famous legends in literature: Myths of the Norsemen from the Eddas and Sagas Hélène Adeline Guerber, 1908 |
| famous legends in literature: Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind Crockett Steven Kellogg, 1995-09-27 On the day she is born this amazing baby proudly announces she can out-talk, out-grin, out-scream, out-swim, and out-run any baby in Kentucky. Within a few years Sally is off to the frontier, where she stuns a hungry grizzly bear, makes a lasso out of six rattlesnakes, and is more than a match for the mighty Mike Fink. And when Sally Ann rescues Davy Crockett from a pair of ferocious eagles, even her hornet's-nest bonnet and skunk perfume don't stop him from proposing marriage. You won't find Sally Ann in any history book, but that hasn't kept her from becoming an authentic American frontier legend and the unforgettable heroine of Steven Kellogg's most delightfully rip-roaring tall tale. |
| famous legends in literature: Legend Marie Lu, 2011-11-29 Legend doesn't merely survive the hype, it deserves it. From the New York Times bestselling author of The Young Elites What was once the western United States is now home to the Republic, a nation perpetually at war with its neighbors. Born into an elite family in one of the Republic's wealthiest districts, fifteen-year-old June is a prodigy being groomed for success in the Republic's highest military circles. Born into the slums, fifteen-year-old Day is the country's most wanted criminal. But his motives may not be as malicious as they seem. From very different worlds, June and Day have no reason to cross paths - until the day June's brother, Metias, is murdered and Day becomes the prime suspect. Caught in the ultimate game of cat and mouse, Day is in a race for his family's survival, while June seeks to avenge Metias's death. But in a shocking turn of events, the two uncover the truth of what has really brought them together, and the sinister lengths their country will go to keep its secrets. Full of nonstop action, suspense, and romance, this novel is sure to move readers as much as it thrills. |
| famous legends in literature: Fifty Famous Stories Retold James Baldwin, 1896 Fifty Famous Stories Retold by James Baldwin, first published in 1896, is a rare manuscript, the original residing in one of the great libraries of the world. This book is a reproduction of that original, which has been scanned and cleaned by state-of-the-art publishing tools for better readability and enhanced appreciation. Restoration Editors' mission is to bring long out of print manuscripts back to life. Some smudges, annotations or unclear text may still exist, due to permanent damage to the original work. We believe the literary significance of the text justifies offering this reproduction, allowing a new generation to appreciate it. |
| famous legends in literature: Boudica Richard Hingley, Christina Unwin, 2005 A biography of Boadicea (or Boudicca), the leader of resistance to Romans in Britain, and her subsequent reputation. |
| famous legends in literature: Famous Legends J. D. M. Preshous, 1975-01-01 |
| famous legends in literature: Myths and Legends of Central and South America Anita Croy, 2015-07 Myths and legends from Central and South America. Features include information about the history and culture behind the myths, pronunciations, lists of deities, word glossary, further information, and index-- |
| famous legends in literature: The Book of Greek and Roman Folktales, Legends, and Myths William Hansen, 2019-10-29 The first anthology to present the entire range of ancient Greek and Roman stories- from myths and fairy tales to jokes Captured centaurs and satyrs, talking animals, people who suddenly change sex, men who give birth, the temporarily insane and the permanently thick-witted, delicate sensualists, incompetent seers, a woman who remembers too much, a man who cannot laugh-these are just some of the colorful characters who feature in the unforgettable stories that ancient Greeks and Romans told in their daily lives. Together they created an incredibly rich body of popular oral stories that include, but range well beyond, mythology-from heroic legends, fairy tales, and fables to ghost stories, urban legends, and jokes. |
| famous legends in literature: Lays And Legends Of Various Nations: Illustrative Of Their Traditions, Popular Literature, Manners, Customs, And Superstitions ; By William J. Thoms, Editor Of The "Early English Prose Romances" William-John Thoms, 1834 |
| famous legends in literature: A Book of Famous Myths and Legends Thomas J. Shahan, 2023-07-10 Ages ago, when the world was young, people did not know as much of nature and its secrets as we do now. Moreover, they did not have the art of writing, or if known to them, it was used only by a few, and its value for handing down the facts of history was not clearly understood. Thus, two great fields of knowledge, the world of nature and the world of history, were known only in a dim and vague way. Yet men and women were even then anxious to find out the causes of what they saw about them in nature, as well as to know whence and how they came to their native lands, through what journeys and labors, who were their ancient leaders in war, the builders of their cities, the founders of their laws and customs, and the like. In this book, the editor tells us of Beowulf, Rip van Winkle, Odysseus, the Argonauts, King Arthur and many tales more. |
| famous legends in literature: Famous Legends Adapted for Children Emeline Gifford Crommelin, 2013-09 This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1904 edition. Excerpt: ... KING ARTHUR . . . No man knew from whence he came, But after tempest, when the long wave broke All down the thundering shores of Bude and Bos, There came a day as still as Heaven, and then They found a naked child upon the sands Of dark Tintagil by the Cornish sea; And that was Arthur; and they fostered him; Till he by miracle was approven king; And that his grave should be a mystery From all men like his birth. RTHUR was a famous king of England. Ix. He lived such a long time ago that we know, really, very little about him. This king had such strange adventures, and did such wonderful things, that people have never tired of writing and reading about him and his famous Knights of the Round Table. It was not until Arthur had grown to young manhood, that he knew he was of royal blood. When this little prince was born, his father, King Tennyson--Idylls of the King: Guinevere. ARTHUR MADE KING Uther, bade his attendants take the child, wrapped in cloth of gold, and give him to anypoor man they met at the castle gate. It happened that the babe was given to Merlin, who was supposed to know all things. Merlin took him to Sir Ector, who brought the child up as his own son, and Sir Ector's wife cared for him, and they called him Arthur. When King Uther died, every lord in England wanted to be king. The wise Merlin had promised that it should be made known to them, by a wonderful sign, who should be king. He called, therefore, all the lords together in a great church in London, on Christmas morning, to see if the sign would be given. After the first prayers were said, there was discovered in the churchyard a great stone having four sides, with an anvil of steel in the middle of it, in which was a sword. About the sword, written in letters of gold, .. |
| famous legends in literature: Fairy Tales Every Child Should Know Hamilton Wright Mabie, 1910 |
| famous legends in literature: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Washington Irving, 2016-10-15 From the listless repose of the place, and the peculiar character of its inhabitants, who are descendants from the original Dutch settlers, this sequestered glen has long been known by name of Sleepy Hollow... A drowsy, dreamy influence seems to hang over the land, and to pervade the very atmosphere. Washington Irving |
| famous legends in literature: Myths and Legends of Africa World Book, 2015 Why do spiders hide in dark corners? How did the world come into being? Explore the rich mythologies and legends of the many cultures of the peoples of Africa. Famous Myths and Legends is a beautifully photographed and illustrated 12-volume series designed to narrate the ancient mythologies and inherited stories from the many diverse cultures throughout the world. |
| famous legends in literature: Finding List of Fairy Tales and Folk Stories in Books at the Branches of the Public Library of the City of Boston Boston Public Library, 1908 |
| famous legends in literature: The Irregulars Jennet Conant, 2009-09-08 Following her bestselling accounts of the most guarded secrets of the Second World War, Conant offers a rollicking true story of spies, politicians, journalists, and intrigue in the highest circles of Washington during the tumultuous days of World War II. |
| famous legends in literature: World Mythology Roy G. Willis, 1993 The great myths of the world create meaning out of the fundamental events of human existence: birth, death, conflict, loss, reconciliation, the cycle of the seasons. They speak to us of life itself in voices still intelligible, yet compellingly strange and distant. World Mythology offers readers an authoritative and wide-ranging guide to these enduring mythological traditions, combining the pure narrative of the myths themselves with the background necessary for more complete understanding. Here, noted mythology expert Roy Willis, brings together a team of nineteen leading scholars navigate a clear path through the complexities of myth as they distill the essence of each regional tradition and focus on the most significant figures and the most enthralling stories. All aspects of the world's key mythologies are covered, from tales of warring deities and demons to stories of revenge and metamorphosis; from accounts of lustful gods and star-crossed human lovers to journeys in the underworld. All are told at length and are accompanied by illuminating and readable introductory text. Also included are summaries of important theories about the origins and meaning of myth, and an examination of themes that recur across a range of civilizations. Beautifully illustrated with more than 500 color photographs, works of art, charts, and maps, World Mythology offers readers the most accessible guide yet to the heritage of the world's imagination. |
| famous legends in literature: Grimoire Robin Robertson, 2022-03-29 ‘I’ve long admired Robin Robertson’s narrative gift . . . If you love stories, you will love this book.’ Val McDermid The new book from the author of The Long Take, shortlisted for the Booker Prize and winner of both the Walter Scott Prize and the Goldsmiths Prize. Like some lost chapters from the Celtic folk tradition, Grimoire tells stories of ordinary people caught up, suddenly, in the extraordinary: tales of violence, madness and retribution, of second sight, witches, ghosts, selkies, changelings and doubles, all bound within a larger mythology, narrated by a doomed shape-changer – a man, beast or god. A grimoire is a manual for invoking spirits. Here, Robin Robertson and his brother Tim Robertson – whose accompanying images are as unforgettable as cave-paintings – raise strange new forms which speak not only of the potency of our myths and superstitions, but how they were used to balance and explain the world and its predicaments. From one of our most powerful lyric poets, this is a book of curses and visions, gifts both desired and unwelcome, characters on the cusp of their transformation – whether women seeking revenge or saving their broken children, or men trying to save themselves. Haunting and elemental, Grimoire is full of the same charged beauty as the Scottish landscape – a beauty that can switch, with a mere change in the weather, to hostility and terror. |
| famous legends in literature: Greek Myths and Legends Cheryl Evans, Anne Millard, 2007 Identifies the gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters of Greek mythology, recounts the most famous stories, and briefly describes Greek history and culture. |
| famous legends in literature: Famous Legends Emmeline G. Crommelin, 2022-11-30 Humans have always had a deep, riveting connection with the mystical world. Stories of magical species, divine encounters, curses, blessings, beasts and mysterious occurrences are a crucial part of our history! Passed down over generations, some stories come from a time even before the written word! Whether it's the Americas, Europe, Africa or Asia - our world is filled with rich, diverse cultures and the stories they tell. Crommelin has wonderfully hunted down and compiled such legends for this book, containing both myths you might be familiar with and ones that are less well known, but just as important. These enchanting tales are bound to open you up to a world of creative imagination and possibilities! From Robin Hood to The Cid, Sigurd to Brian Boru, this collection of tales will connect the reader of these legends with timeless themes that have enabled them to pass the test of time. |
Legend | Definition, Examples, & Facts | Britannica
A legend in literature is a traditional story or group of stories told about a particular person or place. Formerly the term legend meant a tale about a saint. Some legends are the unique …
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Dec 15, 2024 · So little is known about King Arthur, and yet his legend has lasted centuries and inspired one of the most famous literary characters of all time. However, most historians agree …
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Feb 23, 2011 · These legends come from cultures all over the world—some are held as strong beliefs, while others have faded away with time. History is full of legends that continue to …
What Is a Legend in Literature? - ThoughtCo
What Is a Legend in Literature? - ThoughtCo
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Today this day, legends have a significant role in not only literature, but popular culture as well. They are timeless stories that can be adapted for any audience in any style, making them an …
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Jan 16, 2025 · Legends are a common literary device used in literature, and there are many famous examples of legends that have been passed down through generations. These tales …
Legend | Definition, Examples, & Facts | Britannica
A legend in literature is a traditional story or group of stories told about a particular person or place. Formerly the term legend meant a tale about a …
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Dec 15, 2024 · So little is known about King Arthur, and yet his legend has lasted centuries and inspired one of the most famous literary characters of …
10 of the World's Most Famous Legends - HubPages
Feb 23, 2011 · These legends come from cultures all over the world—some are held as strong beliefs, while others have faded away with time. History is …
What Is a Legend in Literature? - ThoughtCo
What Is a Legend in Literature? - ThoughtCo
Legend: Definitions and Examples - Literary Terms
Today this day, legends have a significant role in not only literature, but popular culture as well. They are timeless stories that can be adapted …
