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Hercules, Zeus, Thor, Gilgamesh - these are the figures that leap to mind when we think of myth. But to David Leeming, myths are more than stories of deities and fantastic beings from non-Christian cultures. Myth is at once the most particular and the most universal feature of civilization, representing common concerns that each society voices in its own idiom.

Brought to you by Penguin. From one of the world’s most prominent thinkers comes an urgent warning of the threat that US power poses to humanity’s future The land of the free. The home of the brave. But what has America achieved in the aim of ‘spreading democracy’ — except wreak havoc...

Bloomsbury presents The Triumph of Economic Freedom: Debunking the Seven Great Myths of American Capitalism by Phil Gramm and Donald J. Boudreaux, read by Heathcliff Lee. "This readable and important book makes a strong case that the received version of economic history taught in high schools...

Here are the incredible true stories of some of the mortals who achieved notoriety in history and folklore through horrible means. Monsters of this sort - serial killers, desperate criminals and socially mobile people with much darker double lives - are, in fact, quite real...including H. H. Holmes, the infamous Chicago serial killer; William Brodie, the Edinburgh criminal mastermind who inspired The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde; and Bela Kiss, a Hungarian tinsmith with a most disturbing hobby: collecting women in gasoline drums.

Dexter Roberts lived in Beijing for two decades working as a reporter on economics, business and politics for Bloomberg Businessweek. In The Myth of Chinese Capitalism, Roberts explores the reality behind today's financially-ascendant China and pulls the curtain back on how the Chinese manufacturing machine is actually powered.  

Dive into Myths of the New World, a fascinating exploration that delves into the symbolism and mythology of the Indigenous peoples of America. This treatise seeks to analyze and correlate the rich tapestry of American Indian mythology through a scientific lens. It’s important to note, however, that Brintons work was influenced by the scientific racism prevalent in his time. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)

The mythologies of the world are collective cultural dreams, and as such should be analyzed first from cultural perspectives. How do myths of the ancient Egyptians or Greeks, for instance, reflect the realities of the Egyptian and Greek cultures? When compared, however, mythologies reveal certain universal themes or motifs that point to larger trans-cultural issues such as the place of the human species in creation or the nature of deity as a concept. World Mythology: A Very Short Introduction is organized around the universal motifs.

Dive into the enchanting world of myths and legends with this captivating collection of public domain recordings. Each story unveils the timeless tales of heroes, mythical creatures, and ancient lore from diverse cultures around the globe. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of human imagination and storytelling. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

For centuries, the Maya calendar has been shrouded in mystery, most famously misrepresented as a doomsday prophecy for December 21, 2012. But behind the pop-culture hype lies a sophisticated system of timekeeping developed by one of Mesoamerica's most advanced civilizations. This show, hosted by Lucas and Luna, strips away the myths to explore the true science of the Maya calendar: its Long Count, Tzolk'in, and Haab' cycles, and how they governed agriculture, ritual, and dynastic power. We journey from the Preclassic city of Nakbé to the Classic-era splendor of Tikal and Calakmul, where ...

Dive into a captivating collection of short mythical and legendary tales from diverse cultures around the globe. These enchanting stories, all in the Public Domain, reveal the rich tapestry of legends, heroes, and ancient lore that have shaped human imagination. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Dive into a captivating collection of short mythical and legendary tales that are in the Public Domain. This anthology brings to life the rich tapestry of legends, heroes, and ancient lore from diverse cultures across the globe. Join us as we explore timeless stories that have shaped the human experience. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

Dive into a captivating collection of short mythical and legendary tales that have stood the test of time, all in the Public Domain. These enchanting stories unveil legends, heroic figures, and ancient lore from diverse cultures across the globe. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of human imagination and tradition. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

Dive into a captivating collection of short mythical and legendary tales that are in the Public Domain. This anthology brings to life the rich tapestry of legends, heroic figures, and ancient lore from diverse cultures around the globe. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

Dive into a fascinating collection of short mythical and legendary tales that are part of our cultural heritage. These captivating stories, now in the Public Domain, explore the rich tapestry of legends, heroes, and ancient lore from diverse cultures around the globe. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

Dive into the enchanting world of myths and legends with this captivating collection of public domain recordings. Each story reveals a tapestry of heroes, ancient lore, and timeless tales from diverse cultures around the globe. Join us as we explore the rich narratives that have shaped human imagination. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

Dive into this enchanting collection of short mythical and legendary tales from around the globe, all thoughtfully preserved in the Public Domain. These captivating stories of legends, heroes, and ancient lore celebrate the rich tapestry of diverse cultures. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

Dive into this captivating collection of short mythical and legendary tales that are part of the Public Domain. Explore the enchanting stories of heroes, timeless myths, and ancient lore from a variety of cultures around the globe. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Dive into a captivating collection of short mythical and legendary tales from diverse cultures around the globe. This anthology features enchanting stories of heroes, ancient lore, and timeless myths, all of which are in the Public Domain. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of legends that continue to inspire and intrigue. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

Dive into a captivating collection of short mythical and legendary tales that are in the Public Domain. These enchanting stories explore the realms of legends, heroes, and ancient lore from diverse cultures around the globe. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

Dive into the enchanting world of myths and legends with this captivating collection of short tales from various cultures. Each recording brings to life timeless stories of heroes, ancient lore, and extraordinary myths, all of which are in the Public Domain. Join Lynette Caulkins as she guides you through these magical narratives that have shaped human imagination for centuries.