Popular beliefs and controversial knowledge Books

Forty-three stories with a glossary included.

The history of Christian missions in Canada has traditionally been told only from the point of view of the missionaries, and not those they were attempting to convert. In "I Will Fear No Evil", Susan Gray offers a new perspective on missionary-aboriginal

This vintage book contains a fascinating study on folk-songs from around the world by English author and poet Alfred Owen Williams. For each song Williams has provided the lyrics as well as information pertaining to its origins, history, evolution,...

"Wishfulfillment and Symbolism in Fairy Tales" is a fascinating treatise by Franz Beda Riklin on the subject of fairy tales and their relationship to the human psyche. Riklin explores the fairy-tale form and inherent symbolism with reference to Freudian...

"Myths and Dreams" is a fascinating treatise on early belief systems in primitive societies by English writer Edward Clodd. Within it's pages, Clodd explores what these things meant to early societies and the various different theories that existed...

Myth is found in every culture, and various theories as to their sources have been proposed, ranging from truthful or exaggerated accounts of historical events to the personification of nature. Within this volume, Edward Clodd explores the origins and...

First published in 1926, "Dreads and Drolls" is a collection of essays compiled by Welsh author and mystic Arthur Machan, many of which were taken from the publication "The Graphic". The essays concern various historical and purportedly true tales of...

<p><strong>A little handbook of ancient wisdom, revealing the signs, omens, and portents conveyed by the weather.</strong></p> <p>'This guide has been designed for the pocket rather than the bookshelf.'</p>...

The Book of Were-Wolves By Sabine Baring-Gould was originally published in 1865 and remains the most important and most often cited book on Lycanthropy. It is as compelling today as it was more than one hundred years ago when it was first published.

Here in one binding are the two most important books ever written on the power of the mind.

Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds is a history of popular folly by Charles Mackay. The book chronicles its targets in three parts: "National Delusions," "Peculiar Follies," and "Philosophical Delusions." Learn why intelligent...

The Trinity of Father, Son and Holy Spirit reflected and expressed in the trinities of space, matter, and time is the secret of the universe. It is the key to the many riddles of the universe. It shows why things are as they are, and that they did not...

The truth is out there! Collected here in this 4-in-1 omnibus edition are all four of Charles Fort's nonfiction books. They include The Book of the Damned, New Lands, Lo!, and Wild Talents. For over thirty years, Charles Fort sat in the libraries of New...

“Our most provocative scholar of American power” reveals the forces behind the assassination of JFK—and their continuing influence over our world (David Talbot, Salon).   On November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was gunned...

In Finding Myself Lost in Louisiana, author Keagan LeJeune brilliantly weaves the unusual folklore, landscape, and history of Louisiana along with his own family lineage that begins in 1760 to trace the trajectory of people's lives in the Bayou State...

Discover the origin of the beloved fairy tale Little Red Riding Hood and explore its different cultural contexts in this anthology of tales from around the world.Uncover seven versions of the Little Red Riding Hood story as this wonderful collection...

The timeless and magical tale of Cinderella is one we are all familiar with, but how well do we know the original story? Seven versions of the fairy tale from around the world are featured in this beautiful, illustrated volume.A tale of cruelty, love,...

Recovering the Ancient Magic presents the results of an 18-year-long study of Huna magic, detailing examples of fire-walking, spiritualism, levitation, mind-reading, instant healing, and changes in physical material.Max Freedom Long spent 14 years in...

<p><strong>From the primordial gods who shaped the cosmos to the legendary heroes whose exploits have inspired countless generations, this introduction to the captivating world of classical mythology defines the tales of Ancient Greece and...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

Part of the successful county folklore series - this book is packed full of superstitions, customs and old wives tales. A great book for anybody in or around Suffolk, or with an interest in the rich folklore of the United Kingdom. Many of the earliest...

Easter Island has captivated the worlds imagination since its discovery in 1722. This enthralling book deals with the now famous bird cult and the customs and beliefs of the islanders who lived on Rapa Nui. This Unusual book will appeal greatly to all...

This series of books on the pre-Christian beliefs of the early Europeans is a must for anybody wishing to understand the religious mind set of the Greeks, Romans, and Celts. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

This series of books on the pre-Christian beliefs of the early Europeans is a must for anybody wishing to understand the religious mind set of the Greeks, Romans, and Celts. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

A great collection of old children's games that are timeless and can be enjoyed by children of all ages. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are...

This series of books on the pre-Christian beliefs of the early Europeans is a must for anybody wishing to understand the religious mind set of the Greeks, Romans, and Celts. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

Legends of the Lincolnshire cars is an absorbing collection of folk tales from on of the most remote and rural English counties. Collected at the turn of the century by an esteemed member of the folklore society. Many of the earliest books, particularly...

Part of a series on the county folklore and festivals of the United Kingdom, this remarkable and well researched book on the festival customs and feast day practices all drawn from the voices of the people who took part in them. Many of the earliest...

Part of a series on the county folklore and festivals of the United Kingdom, this remarkable and well researched book on the festival customs and feast day practices, is all drawn from the voices of the people who took part in them. Many of the earliest...

A collection of myths and legends from the Torres Straits that lie between Australia and Papua New Guinea. Alfred C. Haddon curated this mythology collection from the stories he was told by the Torres Straits islanders. The Indigenous Melanesian peoples...

An absorbing collection of folklore and legend from a timeless county in the heart of Ireland. Comprising stories on fairies, Leprechauns, witches and wizards. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now...

The counties of Britain have a vast and incredible catalogue of superstitions and customs connected to the landscape that people saw around them. This book focuses on the North Riding of Yorkshire a part of the country full of sacred sights. Many of the...

Omens of death and disaster are known all of the world. The cold windswept highlands of Scotland having a wealth of superstitions and beliefs concerning portents of death and disaster. This readable and concise book on the subject, is worthy of a place...

Obeah is a term used to refer to folk magic, sorcery, and religious practices derived from West Africa. This well written and concise essay is fascinating and a must have for anybody interested in the superstitions of the west Indies. Many of the...

The Bodleian Dinnshenchals, a collection of legends in middle Irish prose and verse, about the names of noteworthy places in Ireland. This incredibly rare and unusual book, will be of great interest to anybody with a love for Celtic poetry and myth. Many...

This fascinating work is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of all readers of African folklore. Its 48 pages containing a wealth of information on the beliefs and spiritual customs of this small west African kingdom. Many of the...

A delightful collection of fairy stories by Grace C Floyd and others that is charmingly illustrated by black and white plates and line drawings of the cherubic, dimpled toddlers of Attwell. Many of the earliest children's books, particularly those dating...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text...

Wondrous Deeds of Bygone Days - Illustrated by Harry Theaker is written by M. Dorothy Belgrave and Hilda Hart. This book contains a beautiful collection of short stories and legends from England, Ireland, Wales and Scotland.Harry G. Theaker (1873 - 1954)...

This collection, Tales and Legends from India, features thirteen classic tales from the East - including 'The Noose of Fate', 'The Adventurous Brethren', 'The Flute Player', and 'The Hard-Hearted Princess'. It is accompanied by seven full-colour plates,...

My Book of Favourite Fairy Tales is a wonderful collection of classic fairy tales such as 'Cinderella', 'Little Snow White', 'Little Red Riding Hood', 'Sleeping Beauty', 'Hansel and Gretel', 'Bluebeard', 'Thumbelina', and 'Beauty and the Beast'. These...

A collection of magic songs, spells, and charms in one of the largest published volumes of traditional Finnish folk music. First collected and published by Elias Lӧnnrot in 1880 and later translated into English by John Abercromby and republished in...

I NEVER saw that land before, And now can never see it again Yet, as if by acquaintance hoar Endeared, by gladness and by pain, Great was the affection that I bore To the valley and the river small, The cattle, the grass, the bare ash trees, The chickens...

William Elliot Griffis was an American orientalist, Congregational minister, lecturer, and prolific author. Griffis was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of a sea captain and later a coal trader. Belgian Fairy Tales is a collection of tales...

In this book, Janet Bubar Rich taps into our love of horses and horse tales, inspiring us all to take life by the reins, make the changes needed to improve our lives, and create sustainable futures for horses, humans, and other species on earth, our home.

They're going to kill you.If you read this, somebody will have to kill you. Unfortunately, they're going to kill you anyway. Your best chance to escape death is to read this. Learn the truth about the world you live in. Learn why you must leave the...