Nejstarší z velkých básnických skladeb anglické literatury vznikla patrně na přelomu osmého a devátého století v anglosaské Anglii (jejíž dějiny se tradičně rámují lety 449–1066) a dochovala se v jediném rukopisu z doby kolem... Zobraziť viac
Jason und Medea schläfern den niemals schlafenden Drachen ein und stehlen das Goldene Vlies, Theseus überwindet mit Ariadnes List den unüberwindbaren Minotaurus und findet aus dem Labyrinth... Zobraziť viac
Was schon Seneca, der grosse römische Philosoph, zu sagen pflegte: Bene est homini, si palato bene est! Dem Menschen ist wohl, wenn seinem Gaumen wohl ist! Die Kulinarik hat auch bei der ältesten Schutztruppe des Papstes, ... Zobraziť viac
In the beginning of the 21st century, Europe opened its borders to the countries from behind the Iron Curtain. Since then, over 100 million citizens, including Slovaks gained the freedom to move West without a visa. Now, a decade after the East-West... Zobraziť viac
A graphically stunning, comprehensive introduction to the constellations. This artful and accessible introduction to constellations equips readers with the information they need to locate, name, and explain all 88 internationally .... Zobraziť viac
Since its release in 1949, "The Hero with a Thousand Faces" has influenced millions of readers by combining the insights of modern psychology with Joseph Campbell's revolutionary understanding of comparative mythology... Zobraziť viac
A goblin with no body and a monster with no face. A resourceful samurai and a faithful daughter. A spirit of the moon and a dragon king.This collection of 15 traditional Japanese folktales transports readers to a time of adventure and enchantment. Drawn f Zobraziť viac
Velká kniha pražských pověstí obsahuje stovky staropražských pověstí z... Zobraziť viac
HarperCollins Publishers: A study of heroism in the myths of the world - an exploration of all the elements common to the... Zobraziť viac
An acclaimed historian sleuths out literature’s most famous vampire, uncovering the source material – from folklore and history, to personas including Oscar Wilde and Walt Whitman – behind Bram Stoker’s bloody creation... Zobraziť viac
This book takes you on an emotional journey deep into the Slovak and Slavic inner world. Follow the trail that opens your eyes to the magical realm guarded by the Linden tree and its sacred heart-shaped leaf. It is a code that carries the story of the... Zobraziť viac
The dazzling companion volume to the bestselling Mythos. There are heroes - and then there are Greek heroes. Few mere mortals have ever embarked on such bold and heart-stirring adventures, overcome myriad monstrous perils, ... Zobraziť viac
