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Odysseus. Robinson Crusoe. Harry Potter. What do these memorable characters have in common? Why do we turn to certain stories again and again? And what impact have they made on world history? These 24 eye-opening lectures give fresh insight into some of the greatest heroes in world literature, from warriors such as Beowulf and Odysseus to unexpected heroes such as Uncle Tom and Sancho Panza. Professor Shippey gives you an inside glimpse into the writer's process.

Containing delightful stories from the Yoruba and other West African peoples, this book presents tales of courage and cunning, virtue and vice, and fortunes found and lost. Some of these stories draw upon actual historical persons and events, while others are purely fictional, but each story has something to delight any listener.

Discover a new and exciting way to immerse yourself in the Spanish language through the tales and traditions of Mexico. "Learn Spanish Reading Mexican Myths and Legends" will transport you to a world of magic, adventure, and culture as you hone your language skills.

Explore captivating Native American myths.

Embark on a captivating journey to mystical realms with A Beginner's Guide to Celtic Mythology and uncover the enigmatic legends, powerful deities, and magical landscapes that define this tradition. Each chapter introduces a different facet of Celtic mythology, guiding you through the labyrinthine tales that have fascinated generations. From deciphering the pantheon of gods and goddesses to unraveling the symbolism of animals and the mysteries of Druidic magic, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of this society's mythos.

Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo wants to marry Princess Wencheng of the Tang, so he sends his clever envoy, who travels all the way from Tibet to propose before the Tang emperor.

Las Urban Legends del Pueblo uncovers the eerie folklore and chilling ghost stories hidden in the streets of Medellín — while helping you learn real English along the way. In each episode, you’ll hear a haunting urban legend from Colombia told in immersive storytelling style, then discover key English words and expressions from the story. It’s the perfect mix of mystery and language learning: dark tales to thrill your mind, and vocabulary to sharpen it. If you love spooky stories and want to improve your English at the same time, this podcast is for you. Follow now… if you dare.

The legendary history of the Nittany Valley is the story of spirit across generations. In these stories lies a cultural heritage common to all who enter into the shadow of Mount Nittany. They are only a small sampling of the total number of Indian and settler legends collected by Henry W. Shoemaker. They are chosen for their relation and proximity to the Nittany Valley. Most locations are within less than an hour traveling time, and you can easily visit them. While some are mythical sites, there is enough information in the legends to actually locate where they are situated.

By Hangzhou’s picturesque West Lake lived a young man named Xu Xian. He fell in love with Bai Suzhen, a beautiful and kindhearted young lady. The two of them lived happily together, until Fahai, an evil monk, discovered Bai’s secret and tried to separate them by taking Xu away forcibly. To get Xu back, Bai fought against Fahai and summoned a flood using her magic powers.... Would Bai Suzhen succeed against Fahai?

Welcome to Beasts of Legend, the ultimate podcast for lovers of myth, folklore, and the mysterious creatures that inhabit our stories and nightmares. Join us as we delve deep into the world of cryptids, yōkai, mythical beasts, and legendary creatures from cultures around the globe. Each episode explores the origins, cultural significance, and enduring mysteries surrounding these fascinating beings—whether it’s the chilling tale of Japan’s Teke Teke, the elusive Bigfoot, or the fiery majesty of the Phoenix. With engaging storytelling, historical context, and expert insights, Beasts of ...

The Chinese New Year’s Eve is called Chuxi, meaning “driving away the monster Xi”. There is an amazing legend about it....

Here is a list of the contributions that this book will make towards your current level of game knowledge: You will learn what the Mid Laner's role and responsibilities are, and there are a lot of specific instructions on what you can do to develop each quality, especially towards the end of the chapter. This includes map awareness, leadership, shot calling and more. You will learn how to model your champion pool for Mid Lane (yes, there is a best way to do it) and how to overcome the disadvantages of facing lane counters.

Here is a list of the contributions that this book will make towards your current level of game knowledge: you will learn how to pick your champion pool for top lane, which champions are best right now, and how to deal with counterpicks; you will learn the best runes and masteries setups for the different top laners; and more!

Empowerment and delegation. Same thing right? Not even close. See the difference, and get people to want to follow you. Sam was a young leader with great potential, but didn’t know how to empower his team. His manager sent him to an extraordinary class, where Rosa Parks, Susan B. Anthony, Abraham Lincoln, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Harriet Tubman explain Intentional Empowerment. The experience forever changed Sam and transformed him into an Intentional Empowerment leader. Can it do the same for you?

This book is the most in-depth and detailed guide created on teaching players how to crush their lane opponent in League of Legends. It's a bold statement, but I can back it up. The book will teach you everything you need to know about completely dominating over your lane matchup (which, by the way, sometimes feels better than winning). I've tried extremely hard to break down every micro-aspect of over 60 of the game mechanics that come into play during laning.

Due to multiple requests from dozens of people online, I was motivated to roll up my sleeves again for Season Seven. So I wrote the book you are about to listen to next - 21 Days to Diamond and Beyond. It is a longer and more detailed, improved, enriched and polished version of 30 Days to Diamond and it has been created specifically for Season Seven.

You will learn the differences between the bad, average, and exceptionally good Junglers. In other words, all the areas which you need to target to improve massively. You will learn the thought process of the high ELO Jungler - the main component to being effective in this role. You will learn the optimal Jungler Runes, Masteries, and Summoner Spells setup for Season 7. And more!

Here are some of the contributions that this book will make towards your current level of game knowledge. You will learn the differences between the bad, average and exceptionally good ADC players. In other words, you will see the areas which you need to target to improve massively. You will understand the three subtypes of Bot lane compositions and how to play in/against each of them. I have included a ton of details and specifics that cover every possible scenario in the Bot lane.

Do you like epic tales that sing the deeds of the world’s greatest heroes? If so, you will love this volume of epics from the West African country of Mali. Each is full of battles, derring-do, magic, and prophecies based on historical events.

Many years ago I travelled to Spain in hopes to learn Spanish, visit the country and hopefully, make some friends. My Spanish vocabulary came down to a few words that I thought I can get away with. I tried the x amount of words per day method, learning grammar structures and I was carrying a Conversation guide book everywhere with me. But soon, I realized was that, more than understanding Spanish words I had to understand their accent, intonation, and how natives blend words together.