Mythologie

Discover Angela Carter's classic feminist retelling of favourite fairy tales interwoven by a master of seductive, luminous storytelling.

From Bernard Cornwell, the creator of the No. 1 bestselling Sharpe novels. Arthur has brought a fragile peace to Britain - but it cannot last . . .Uniting the restive British kingdoms behind him, Arthur believes he can now hold back the Saxons threatening the country. Meanwhile, Merlin sets out on a quest to uncover the sacred Treasures of Britain, hoping they will prove decisive in the coming battle. But in a country where the cult of the Christians is spreading, Merlin's quest is divisive. And the ambitions of the rival warlord Lancelot threaten the delicate peace. Could even those closest to Arthur be moved to betray him?In the second book of the Warlord Chronicles, Bernard Cornwell brilliantly retells the Arthurian legend, combining myth, history and thrilling battlefield action.'Wonderful and haunting' People Magazine'Of all the books I have written these are my favourites' Bernard Cornwell

"Runelore" er fortællingen om en personlig vision af runerne som individualiserings-system og måde at begribe verden på. En fortolkning af det man ifølge den nordiske mytologi skal vide for at kunne fungere harmonisk som menneske. Såvel som en indføring i at bruge runerne magisk, til at lave rune-træk for sig selv eller andre.

"Det var en juldag, då alla hade rest till kyrkan utom farmor och jag. Jag tror att vi voro ensamma i hela huset. Vi hade inte tagits med, därför att den ena var för ung och den andra var för gammal. Och vi voro ledsna båda två över att vi inte hade fått fara till ottesången och se julljusen. Men när vi sutto i vår ensamhet började farmor att berätta ..." Novellsamlingen "Kristuslegender" publicerades för första 1904 och består av 11 berättelser om ödmjukhet, kärlek och medkänsla med en biblisk utgångspunkt. Selma Lagerlöf (1858-1940) var en svensk författare och lärare. Hon debuterade med romanen "Gösta Berlings saga" 1891 och tilldelades Nobelpriset i litteratur 1909. Selma Lagerlöf är en av Sveriges mest uppskattade och älskade författare genom tiderna och var också den första kvinnan som valdes in i Svenska Akademien, 1914.

An epic new novel of Ancient Egypt, from the Master of Historical Adventure, Wilbur Smith.FROM THE RUINS OF BATTLEA HERO MUST RISEFOR THE GLORY OF EGYPTYears of Hyksos rule have seen the plunder of once-mighty Egypt. Though the two kingdoms have now been reunited by the armies of the true Pharaoh, his position is perilous, his rule under threat from those who seek to take advantage of the turmoil created by the overthrow of the Hyksos. Desperate to keep Egypt united, Taita the Magus summons his protégé, Piay, to solve a millennia-old riddle which has the power to secure Egypt's future forever.But in the tumult of war, an evil has thrived. Malevolent followers of Seth, the god of chaos, are determined to claim this power and usher in a new age of darkness.The fate of Egypt is at stake. Can Piay prevent their land falling into the hands of those who would see its ruin?Book 3 in The New Kingdom Sequence and book 9 in the Ancient Egyptian series from the master historical adventure writer, Wilbur Smith. Don't miss House of Two Pharaohs, the next action-packed Egyptian adventure from Wilbur Smith. Coming August 2025.

From TikTok sensation Sierra Simone comes the first in the Lyonesse series, a spin-off of her bestselling New Camelot books.Tristan Thomas is lost. After leaving the army, the young former soldier is in limbo. Until, that is, he's hired by Mark Trevena, the owner of Lyonesse-DC's ultra-secret club-to be Mark's new bodyguard. He's drawn into Mark's dark, seductive world of power and desire, and slowly drawn to Mark himself, even though Mark is everything Tristan knows he shouldn't want: cruel and wicked and shamelessly amoral.But protecting Mark isn't Tristan's only duty: soon, Mark asks him to guard his soon-to-be bride as she travels home from Ireland on Mark's yacht. Tristan is jealous-and hurt to learn that the object of his obsession is engaged-but the former soldier in him is made to obey orders, and he goes to fetch Mark's bride for him.Isolde Laurence is nothing like Tristan expected, however. Young, quiet, and sharp, she's being pushed into this marriage by her family, and as the two travel back to America, Tristan finds himself fascinated with Isolde and the glimpses he gets of the lonely but determined woman behind her reserve. And the fascination is mutual: one night, while sailing under the cold stars, they share a searing kiss. From there, it's a fast fall into the forbidden for all three of them.

The latest novel in the smash-hit Plated Prisoners by Sunday Times bestselling author Raven Kennedy'Find me in another life. Find me in them all' It all ends now. . . But Every end is also a beginning. I was supposed to die. If it weren't for Slade, I would have. But he tore a hole the world I know and I went through it. To Annwyn. To home. Annwyn is the realm of the fae, a magical place full of beauty and danger. Here, I am known as Lyäri Ulvêre - the golden one gone. And there are people in this world who want to keep me that way. But I am not that girl in the gilded cage anymore, and I won't be used again. Nor stopped on my way back to Slade. I am my own woman. And I will find him. In this world, or the next.'An emotional rollercoaster of a book that brings vivid and layered characters into a magical realm. The world building and pace is intricate and fast, this is a book you will race through' Glamour Praise for The Plated Prisoner Series 'Raven writes with a magic that comes to life on the page. Every single word gleams like gold' Beck Michaels, author of Divine Blood 'This is one of those series that started off phenomenal, and only gets better with every subsequent book' Laura Thalassa, author of The Bargainer Series 'An astonishing world with captivating characters and a story you won't be able to put down' Ivy Asher, author of The Osseous Chronicles and The Lost Sentinel Series 'This series is amazing and I can't recommend it enough.' Kay Thatcher, author of Prince of Blades 'TEN GILDED STARS! Remarkably original. . . gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous' Olivia Wildenstein 'An emotional rollercoaster' Elizabeth Brown, author of Blood Crown*Gleam by Raven Kennedy featured on The Sunday Times bestseller list May 2023*

Daughter of Darkness (House of Shadows 1) is a captivating novel penned by the talented Elizabeth Corr. Published in 2022 by Hot Key Books, this book is a must-read for lovers of the genre. The story unfolds in a world shrouded in darkness, where the protagonist, the 'Daughter of Darkness', must navigate a series of challenges and mysteries. Elizabeth Corr masterfully crafts a narrative that is as thrilling as it is engaging, making it impossible to put down. Released in 2022, this novel marks a significant addition to the literary world. Hot Key Books, a reputable publisher known for its high-quality publications, is proud to present this remarkable piece of literature. Written in English, 'Daughter of Darkness (House of Shadows 1)' is a testament to Elizabeth Corr's storytelling prowess.

Kungen på Börsås kulle, draken i Gullmarsfjorden, starke Lars i Berg och den huvudlösa gumman i Järnkleveskogen är några av de sagor och sägner från Skredsvik, Herrestad och Högås som presenteras i boken.

Within the boroughs of London, nestled among its streets, hides another city, filled with magic.

A claustrophobic horror adventure set in the remote unknown forests of Galway, where mysterious creatures keep humans as pets for observation, from debut Irish author A.M. Shine.

&b>In a magical ancient Britain, three sisters become entangled in a tale of treachery, love and murder. This story retells folk ballad &/b>&b>&/b>&b>The Two Sisters&/b>&b>&/b>&b>, through the eyes of the one the tale forgot.&/b>

A brilliant, riotous historical novel with an unforgettable folkloric hero, by the prize-winning, bestselling author of Measuring the World

He is Lancelot.Set in a 5th century Britain besieged by invading bands of Saxons and Franks, Irish and Picts, Giles Kristian's epic new novel tells - in Lancelot's own words - the story of the most revered yet reviled of all Arthur's knights, the warrior who fought at his lord's side - yet stole his wife.

A kaleidoscopic journey deep into myth from bestselling storytelling legend Neil Gaiman.