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Magic pervades every inch of Wales, from Anglesey in the north to the Vale of Glamorgan in the south, from the Marches in the east to the shores of the west. Every corner of this landscape has stories of local magicians and witches, yet so many of these figures are relatively unknown outside of Wales and are overshadowed by their English counterparts.Set in encyclopedia format, Of Doves & Ravens invites readers on a tour through the rich folklore of this landscape. Discover the recollections of market fortune-tellers who historically plied their trade in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, and meet the gwrach who dwell in lonely places; the dynen hysbys who help find lost cattle and protect against the malevolence of witches; and the legendary magicians who summon demons and often are buried in the walls of church.This is magical Wales revealed.

The Hungarian Peasant Farmer is Baroness Orczys heartfelt tribute to her homeland and its enduring rural traditions. Best known for her Scarlet Pimpernel adventures, here she turns to nonfiction, offering vivid descriptions of the Hungarian countryside, its farming communities, and the customs that defined village life at the turn of the century. Blending cultural history with affectionate observation, Orczy celebrates the strength, resilience, and spirit of the peasant class the backbone of Hungarys national identity. Both informative and nostalgic, this work provides readers with a rare glimpse into the world that shaped Orczys imagination, making it a valuable cultural document as well as a literary curiosity.

Quem me vê hoje tocando harpa, vivendo junto da natureza, cercada por uma vida que muitos chamariam de encantada, dificilmente imagina o caminho que percorri para chegar até aqui. Nasci e cresci na p

Este ensaio propõe uma análise crítica do universo ficcional de Star Wars a partir das teorias de Karl Marx, explorando as dinâmicas de classe, alienação, imperialismo e resistência presentes na narr

Em ALÉM DA LENDA" - A Lenda do Rei Artur e a Figura Contemporânea do Ex-Presidente Bolsonaro, o leitor é conduzido a uma análise profunda e provocativa, explorando os sublimes valores compartilhados

A thousand nights. Endless stories. Eternal magic.Step into a world of flying carpets, cunning thieves, genies in lamps, and sultans in golden palaces. In The Arabian Nights, legendary storyteller Scheherazade captivates the mighty Sultan night after night with spellbinding taleseach more enchanting than the lastto save her life.Adapted and beautifully retold by Andrew Lang, this classic collection brings to life beloved adventures such as: Aladdin and the Magic Lamp Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves Sinbad the Sailor The Fisherman and the Genie...and many more stories of love, betrayal, courage, and cleverness that have entertained readers for generations.Rich with imagination, Eastern mysticism, and moral wisdom, The Arabian Nights remains one of the most treasured works of world folkloreperfect for readers young and old."A magical treasury that has stood the test of timethese tales still thrill, teach, and inspire." The Guardian"Andrew Langs retelling captures the spirit and sparkle of Scheherazades ancient wisdom and wonder." Literary Review Why Readers Love It: A beautifully written collection of classic Middle Eastern and South Asian folklore Perfect for bedtime reading, cultural studies, or literary exploration Filled with timeless themes of wit, justice, and enchantment Click Buy Now to enter a realm of magic and mysterywhere every night brings a new story, and every tale holds a timeless lesson.