Secondhand Mythology Books

Charlotte Higgins reinterprets some of the most enduring stories of all time in this beautifully produced, spellbinding new collection, featuring original artworks by Chris Ofili.Here are myths of the creation,...

While heated arguments between practitioners of qualitative and quantitative research have begun to test the very integrity of the social sciences, Gary King, Robert Keohane, and Sidney Verba have produced...

This book reveals the raw truth behind the colourful legends about Arthur and his Round Table, his battles, his court and his death. Blake and Lloyd prove that Arthur was...

A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, January 2022A TIMES HISTORICAL FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR SHORTLISTED FOR WATERSTONES BOOK OF THE YEARA BBC HISTORY MAG BOOK OF THE YEARA DAILY EXPRESS BOOK...

Hear the tales of Gods, monsters, magic, and more!Warriors, poets, scholars, and visionaries-from the depths of time the ancient Celts have fascinated us. Their rich heritage lives on today. But...

This is the latest in an inspiring series exploring the cultures, philosophies and religions of the world with bitesize information and beautiful illustrations. The fascinating characters and tales from Greek...

A masterful introduction to world mythology, shedding light on the impact it has had on cultures past and present and untangling the complex web of deities, monsters and myths.From the...

'Lively' THE TIMES'Engrossing' THE SPECTATOR'Stunning' WOMAN & HOME'Marvellous' BBC HISTORY MAGAZINEThrough ancient art, evocative myth, intriguing archaeological discoveries and philosophical explorations, Bettany Hughes takes us on a voyage of discovery...

THE NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE CO-AUTHOR OF GOOD OMENS, NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES'With the deftest of touches, the characters are once again...

Immerse yourself in the world of Ireland's ancient magic.Drawing on the faded pages of his great-granduncle Fantasius's notebooks, John Farrelly reveals the secrets of the Irish Faerie folk. From legendary...