Mike Dixon-Kennedy's Books

Robin Hood Handbook

The Outlaw in History, Myth and Legend

By: Mike Dixon-Kennedy

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Robin Hood Handbook

The Outlaw in History, Myth and Legend

By: Mike Dixon-Kennedy

Robin Hood, whether riding through the glen, robbing the rich to pay the poor or giving the Sheriff of Nottingham his come-uppance, is one of the most captivating and controversial legendary figures. Was there a historical figure behind the legends? Did Robin and his Merry Men rampage through Sherwood Forest? Or did he spend most of his time in Barnsdale Wood in Yorkshire? And is the story of the freedom-loving Saxons refusing to be put under the Norman yoke, as portrayed in the Errol Flynn films, true?Mike Dixon-Kennedy ranges far and wide in his quest to present a complete picture of the exploits of this indestructible hero, drawing on ballads, poems, proverbs, films, novels, folklore, musicals and place-names.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

395

Publisher

The History Press

Published Date

ISBN 10

0752495607

ISBN 13

9780752495606

Encyclopedia of Greco-Roman Mythology

By: Mike Dixon-Kennedy

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Encyclopedia of Greco-Roman Mythology

By: Mike Dixon-Kennedy

Encyclopedia of Greco-Roman Mythology presents over 1,400 comprehensive A–Z entries of the myths and legends of ancient Greece and Rome. The entries are cross-referenced where appropriate, and an extensive bibliography is provided. Entries include Heracles and Alexander the Great, and geographical features such as the islands of the Blessed and Dardanelles. An unusual feature of this dictionary is the inclusion of astronomical data, linking the myths and legends to the celestial objects named after them. Diverse characters and events from related traditions—Greco-Egyptian, Roman-Celtic, and more—round out the volume. Students of classical Greek and Roman traditions, librarians, and general readers will turn to this volume again and again for authoritative information on the myths and legends of these ancient cultures.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

387

Publisher

Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published Date

ISBN 10

1576074889

ISBN 13

9781576074886

Encyclopedia of Russian and Slavic Myth and Legend

By: Mike Dixon-Kennedy

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Encyclopedia of Russian and Slavic Myth and Legend

By: Mike Dixon-Kennedy

This volume offers the first comprehensive guide in English to the myth and legend of the Russian Empire and other Slavic countries and peoples. There are few stories more stirring than those of ancient Russia. Russian and other Slavic beliefs weave a rich tapestry in which real-world elements coexist with those from fantasy, such as dragons, monsters, and shape-changing wolves. Though Russia adopted Christianity as the state religion in A.D. 988, paganism remained popular through the end of the 19th century and survives in isolated pockets even today. In Russian myth and legend, Christian themes are interwoven with pagan ideas: dragons fight priests, saints encounter nymphs, and witches enter the kingdom of heaven. Encyclopedia of Russian and Slavic Myth and Legend includes extensive historical, geographical, and biographical background to deepen the reader's understanding of the myth and legend. Numerous illustrations are included in this fascinating volume, which will be of great interest to students, scholars, and everyone who wishes to explore the cultural heritage of ancient Russia.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

392

Publisher

Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published Date

ISBN 10

1576074870

ISBN 13

9781576074879

Native American Myth & Legend

An A-Z of People and Places

By: Mike Dixon-Kennedy

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Native American Myth & Legend

An A-Z of People and Places

By: Mike Dixon-Kennedy

An encylopedia of names, places, and subjects in the mythology of native people from North and South America, with over 1500 entries.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

296

Published Date

ISBN 10

1860198392

ISBN 13

9781860198397

Book's by Mike Dixon-Kennedy

Robin Hood Handbook

Robin Hood Handbook

Encyclopedia of Greco-Roman Mythology

Encyclopedia of Greco-Roman Mythology

Encyclopedia of Russian and Slavic Myth and Legend

Encyclopedia of Russian and Slavic Myth and Legend

Native American Myth & Legend

Native American Myth & Legend

Username

Password

Username

Password

Password again

Birthday

Email