Behind The Myths
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Behind The Myths
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Author : John Pickard
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2013-02-26
Behind The Myths written by John Pickard and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-02-26 with Religion categories.
There has never been a more important time for a study of the social, economic, and political origins of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, the three important world religions that share a common root. This book adopts a Marxist, that is a materialist, view of human development, so it takes as its starting point the idea that gods, angels, miracles, and other supernatural phenomena do not exist in the real world and therefore cannot be taken as explanations for the origin and rise of these faiths. It looks instead at the material conditions at appropriate periods in antiquity and the social and economic forces that were at work, to outline the real foundations of these three doctrines. In doing so, it challenges the historicity of key figures like Moses, Jesus, and Mohammed. This is a unique book that draws on the research, knowledge, and expertise of hundreds of historians, archaeologists, and scholars to create a new synthesis that is both coherent and completely based on a materialist world outlook. It is a book written by an unbeliever for other unbelievers as a contribution to a discussion among atheists and secularists as to the real origins of the so-called Abramic faiths. It will be a revelatory read, even to those already firmly of an atheist or secularist persuasion, underpinning their nonreligious views, and it will provide a valuable resource for all those who might be coming to question the hold that organized religion has had on human society.
Israeli Women
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Author : Lesley Hazleton
language : en
Publisher: New York : Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 1977
Israeli Women written by Lesley Hazleton and has been published by New York : Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1977 with Social Science categories.
Drawing on hundreds of interviews with her countrywomen, an Israeli journalist and sociologist illuminates the origins of myths concerning the liberation of Israeli women and analyzes the extent to which they dominate the social structure of a complex, contradictory democracy.
Because I Said So
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Author : Ken Jennings
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2013-10-08
Because I Said So written by Ken Jennings and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-08 with Family & Relationships categories.
Draws on medical case histories, scientific findings, and personal research by the author to separate myth from fact and debunk a vast array of parental edicts.
Great Mythconceptions
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Author : Karl Kruszelnicki
language : en
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Release Date : 2006-08
Great Mythconceptions written by Karl Kruszelnicki and has been published by Andrews McMeel Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-08 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Presents a collection of facts and discovers about some of science's greatest myths.
Israeli Women
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Author : Lesley Hazleton
language : en
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Release Date : 1979-02
Israeli Women written by Lesley Hazleton and has been published by Simon & Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1979-02 with Women categories.
Myths Behind Words
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2018-04-18
Myths Behind Words written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-04-18 with categories.
Like the constellations in the sky, words such as aphrodisiac, hubris, museum, galaxy and mentor each contain within them a story, if only you knew to look closely. This collection retells the myths behind common words and expressions in English, bringing to life the heroes, monsters and gods whose deeds and battles have left a hidden mark on our language. Compiling more than seventy-five myths, the stories in this book feature well-known figures such as Zeus, Athena, Apollo, Hercules, Achilles, the Amazons, Medusa and the Minotaur. The entries are supplemented with original illustration reproductions of scenes from ancient pottery, and include translations from Ancient Greek epics such as the Iliad, the Odyssey, the Argonautica and Theogony.
George Washington The Man Behind The Myths
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Author : William Meade Stith Rasmussen
language : en
Publisher: University of Virginia Press
Release Date : 1999
George Washington The Man Behind The Myths written by William Meade Stith Rasmussen and has been published by University of Virginia Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with History categories.
TWO HUNDRED YEARS after Henry "Lighthorse Harry" Lee's funeral oration for George Washington, the eloquence of his words "first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen" has caused most Americans to forget the clause that followed in which Lee located Washington's character firmly in his private life. George Washington: The Man behind the Myths redresses this historical imbalance in our image of Washington by examining our conceptions and misconceptions about him through a fascinating collection of documents and images. Washington's own accounts, observations by his contemporaries, narratives by the first generation of Washington biographers, decorative objects, and visual images, which were assembled for a major exhibition sponsored by the Virginia Historical Society, the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, and Washington and Lee University, invite a fresh evaluation of Washington. William M. S. Rasmussen and Robert S. Tilton trace the ways in which Washington's origins in the peculiar colonial society of Virginia prepared him for success on the national stage. Chronologically arranged chapters examine Washington's early exposure to the wealthy Fairfax family, his command of the Virginia Regiment during the French and Indian War and later the Continental Army, his decision to attend the Constitutional Convention, and his two elections to the presidency. Rasmussen and Tilton argue that the major transitions we see in Washington's public image were made possible by the stability of his private life and his love of Mount Vernon. The image of Washington created by antebellum writers and artists after his death was intended to capture what he signified to the fledgling republic. This myth has survived largely because of its usefulness to our national culture. George Washington: The Man behind the Myths takes a crucial step in restoring our understanding of Washington as he actually was.
Ancient Stories The Mythology Behind The Sky
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Author : Theocharis George Paterakis
language : en
Publisher: Theocharis George Paterakis
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Ancient Stories The Mythology Behind The Sky written by Theocharis George Paterakis and has been published by Theocharis George Paterakis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Dive into the captivating world of ancient Greek mythology and uncover the timeless stories and beliefs that shaped our understanding of the universe. In this concise yet comprehensive book, you will unravel the most famous theories and myths about the creation of the world that dominated the thinking of the ancient Greeks for centuries. Embark on an enlightening odyssey through the realms of ancient Greek mythology and astronomy, and gain a deeper appreciation for the enduring legacy of these timeless tales and celestial wonders.
Abraham Lincoln The Man Behind The Myths
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Author : Stephen B. Oates
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1994
Abraham Lincoln The Man Behind The Myths written by Stephen B. Oates and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with categories.
The Mythology Book
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Author : DK
language : en
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Release Date : 2018-05-03
The Mythology Book written by DK and has been published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-05-03 with Social Science categories.
Explore eighty of the world's greatest myths and characters, from the gods of Greek mythology to the Norse heroes, retold and explained with engaging text and bold graphics. From early creation stories to classical hero narratives and the recurring theme of the afterlife, experience each myth and unravel the meanings behind the stories, getting to the heart of the importance of mythology to different cultures worldwide. More than just stories, myths are a testament to the amazing creativity of humans striving to explain and make sense of the world around them. Here you will discover Zeus, god of the sky and ruler of the Olympian gods, and Loki, the cunning trickster with a knack for causing havoc, aided by his ability to change shape and gender. Beyond the gods and goddesses of Ancient Greek, Roman, and Norse myths, this book delves into the stories of the Australian aborigines, the Cherokee, and the Aztecs, each brimming with amazing characters and insights into human existence. This newest title in the bestselling Big Ideas series pairs engaging visual style with global coverage of world myths - profiling everything from the well-known tales of the Greeks, Norsemen, and Egyptians to the legends of the Caribbean, the Americas, Oceania, and East Asia - bringing the wisdom of the ages to life.