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The cheerful, diminutive creatures of Santa's North Pole workshop stand in stark contrast to their folkloric ancestors. In ancient pagan traditions, particularly those of Norse and Germanic cultures, elves were not the jolly, toy making sprites we know today, but rather powerful and often mischievous supernatural beings.

It's easy to think of Santa Claus as just a jolly, plump man in a red suit, a cozy figure who perfectly sums up the magic of Christmas. But what if I told you that the story is a lot weirder and a lot older than you’ve been led to believe? Forget the North Pole for a minute, and picture something a bit more primal: a flying shaman on a mushroom fueled trip, a wild god leading a ghostly hunt through the winter sky, and ancient tree spirits honored long before Christianity came around.

Of all the traditions that define the holiday season, none is more iconic than the Christmas tree. From a simple pine decorated with care to a towering spruce aglow with a thousand lights, it is a centerpiece of our holiday celebrations, a familiar and unchanging symbol that welcomes us home each winter. For many, the sight of a decorated evergreen instantly evokes childhood memories of glittering ornaments and family gatherings, making its annual return feel both timeless and profoundly personal.

Unveil the mysteries of Norse mythology and step into the world of ancient Scandinavian gods, powerful runes, and sacred rituals. This beginner-friendly guide explores the Nine Realms of Yggdrasil, legendary deities, mythological creatures, and the magic of the Vikings.

Deep in the mist-shrouded mountains of Eastern Europe, where ancient castles crumble into forgotten valleys and village elders still whisper warnings after dark, lies the truth behind humanity's most enduring nightmare. Eastern European Shadows takes you on a chilling journey through newly discovered historical documents, archaeological evidence, and testimonies that will make you question everything you thought you knew about vampire folklore.

A rollicking, enlightening examination of humanity’s changing relationship to creativity, written from the perspectives of the Greek Muses. The thing that sets humans apart from other animals is our ability to create, to imagine how one thing could become something else. For millennia, art and...

Christmas Traditions in the Spanish-Speaking World is a warm, beautifully written guide to how Hispanic communities celebrate the season across Latin America and Spain. It blends history, food, music, and faith with the small, familiar details that make December feel like casa. Plus, the research behind this collection also highlights traditions from many other Spanish-speaking countries, revealing the beautiful diversity of how Christmas is celebrated across the Hispanic world.

From critically acclaimed podcaster and bestselling author Aaron Mahnke comes this engrossing and macabre exploration of the folklore and early medical practices that led to the New England Vampire Panic in the 1890s. What would drive a man to exhume the body of his daughter and remove her heart?...

'கடவளன சநத தசததன கடவளகள' மறககபபடட கலசசரததயம அதச சறறயளள சமகஙகளயம நனவடடகறத. தயயம எனபத இநதய மநலமன, கடவளன சநத தசம எனபபறறபபடம கரளவன தரவட சடஙகடன இணநத கல வடவம. அழகய படஙகளடம , நறறககணககன கதகளடம தயயம பறறய வரவன தகவலகள இநநல வழஙககறத. "மககளன, மககளல, மககளககக" எனபதறகறப, உணமயன கடவளகளன தயயம கலஞரகளகக இநநல சமரப பககறம.

In The Hidden Bloodlines of Bigfoot: Book Two, author Shawn Thomas takes you deeper beyond the veil where ancient lore, energy, and unseen influences intertwine. We’re not just chasing footprints anymore. We’re exploring the pulse of something that feels alive, intelligent, and connected to us in ways science can’t explain.

رحلة مؤثِّرة ومثيرة إلى جزيرة سُقُطْرى، أو جزيرة السندباد المفقودة، يأخذنا إليها جوردي إستيفا في جولة معاصرة، مستعيداً أزمنة مضيئة من تاريخ قديم. هذا الكتاب نتاج خمس رحلات قام بها الرحَّالة الإسباني إلى سُقُطْرى في الفترة ما بين عامَي 2005 - 2011، تنقَّل فيها بين الماضي والحاضر، وقابل سَحَرة، واستمع إلى حكايات كبار السن، وجال بين روائح البخور والمر والقات، ومخلَّفات الجِمال وأغاني الواوا. يرسم المؤلف، فـي رهبـة وبشكل توثيقـي، جغرافية الجزيـرة الطبيعيّـة والأسطوريّـة والروحيّـة، وينقل قصص سكانها؛ لنتعرَّف بذلك على عالمٍ من الأعاجيب ربما أوشك على الاندثار.

Una docena de mitos de la historia de España, definidos y desmontados por el autor, desde el paraíso perdido de Al-Ándalus hasta el supuesto páramo cultural durante el franquismo.

Together, we’ll explore the psychology, folklore, and emotional forces that keep this mystery alive. From the birth of the “Bigfoot” name in a 1950s logging camp to Hollywood’s transformation of the legend into a cultural icon, you’ll discover why belief endures and what it reveals about human nature itself. Exploring the Mind isn’t just for Bigfoot enthusiasts; it’s for anyone who loves a good mystery, is intrigued by the unseen corners of the human psyche, and still believes there’s a little magic left in the world.

The Ghost of Bellamy Bridge: A Southern Gothic Tale of Love, Loss, and Eternal Vigil delves deep into one of Florida's most compelling supernatural legends. This meticulously researched exploration traces the tragic story of Elizabeth Jane Bellamy, whose 1837 wedding day accident transformed her into the South's most famous spectral bride.

Thanksgiving is one of America’s oldest traditions — but the story we tell about it is mostly myth. Thanks, But No Thanks walks through the real origins of the holiday, from the Indigenous nations who lived here long before the Pilgrims arrived, to the 1621 harvest feast, to the centuries of change that shaped Thanksgiving into what it is today. Along the way, it explores the wars, treaties, proclamations, school plays, family rituals, and cultural rewrites that turned a single event into a national tradition.

In The Real Men in Black, Bastian Locke peels back the layers of myth, media, and mystery to uncover ten defining facts about these shadowy figures. From the first frightened whispers of Albert Bender in the 1950s, to the pulp sensationalism of Gray Barker, to reports of bizarre behaviour that makes them seem “not quite human,” the book explores the origins, evolution, and meaning of the Men in Black legend.

Unsuspecting outsiders often assume that Canadians are just like their American neighbors, if perhaps a little more modest. However, there is much more to it than that. Canadian society is a complex mosaic of distinct cultural identities that vary from province to province, and with high levels of immigration, it is one of the most multicultural societies in the world.

Apasionante recopilación de las más apasionantes leyendas de todo el mundo. Narradas y dramatizadas con excelente ambientación y efectos sonoros.

Turkey—Culture Smart! is an invaluable guide to the intricate ins and outs of this culturally rich and complex society. This updated edition outlines the complex history of Anatolia, provides key insights into contemporary Turkish values and attitudes, describes important customs and traditions, and reveals what life is like for the Turks at home, at work, and at play.

New Zealand—Culture Smart! helps you get to the heart of this diverse and multicultural nation. It examines the impact of history, religion, and politics, while tips and vital insights into Kiwi attitudes, customs, and social life will help deepen your experience of this country and its fair-minded people.