Download or read book Pom Quest Tales written by Jerry McCallson and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2021-11-05 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jerry McCallson is a veteran, retired chef and production worker, and a father of three. He has always been deeply passionate about writing and has published and eBook titled "Alton's Hill" which is available on Kindle. His poetry can be found in Tresured Poems of America (1998). Jerry is passionate about introducing his audience to unjust stories with characters who often face much adversity. His stories tell of defining life moments. As someone who has struggled with, and overcome many of his own misfortunes, his goal is to provide hope and happy endings.

Download or read book The World of the Russian Fairy Tale written by Maria Kravchenko and published by Peter Lang Group Ag, International Academic Publishers. This book was released on 1987 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the view of many folklorists the images, motifs and characters that occur in fairy tales the world over, have their origins in the earliest beliefs, customs and ways of life of the people who tell the tales. When sacred tales, laws and rites no longer have a living etiological purpose or relevance, they gradually evolve into what is known as the folk or fairy tale, told mainly to elicit wonder or delight. This book looks at the cultural background, history and mythology of the East Slavs with the aim of discovering the possible origins of certain elements in the Russian Fairy Tale, known as the Skazka. It examines the various types of hero or heroine that people it, their adventures and journeys to the Other World, and the fearsome beings such as the Baba-Yaga, the Zmei and Koshchei whom they meet either on the way to, or in the Other World. The study hopes to shed light on why Russian fairy tale personages act in certain ways, what they might be thought to represent and how they reflect some of the most ancient beliefs known to mankind, in particular, worship of the Mother Goddess, the Earth Goddess.

Download or read book The Folkloresque written by Michael Dylan Foster and published by University Press of Colorado. This book was released on 2015-11-01 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume introduces a new concept to explore the dynamic relationship between folklore and popular culture: the “folkloresque.” With “folkloresque,” Foster and Tolbert name the product created when popular culture appropriates or reinvents folkloric themes, characters, and images. Such manufactured tropes are traditionally considered outside the purview of academic folklore study, but the folkloresque offers a frame for understanding them that is grounded in the discourse and theory of the discipline. Fantasy fiction, comic books, anime, video games, literature, professional storytelling and comedy, and even popular science writing all commonly incorporate elements from tradition or draw on basic folklore genres to inform their structure. Through three primary modes—integration, portrayal, and parody—the collection offers a set of heuristic tools for analysis of how folklore is increasingly used in these commercial and mass-market contexts. The Folkloresque challenges disciplinary and genre boundaries; suggests productive new approaches for interpreting folklore, popular culture, literature, film, and contemporary media; and encourages a rethinking of traditional works and older interpretive paradigms. Contributors: Trevor J. Blank, Chad Buterbaugh, Bill Ellis, Timothy H. Evans, Michael Dylan Foster, Carlea Holl-Jensen, Greg Kelley, Paul Manning, Daniel Peretti, Gregory Schrempp, Jeffrey A. Tolbert

Download or read book A Quest of Her Own written by Lori M. Campbell and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2014-06-24 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of new essays seeks to define the unique qualities of female heroism in literary fantasy from Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings in the 1950s through the present. Building upon traditional definitions of the hero in myth and folklore as the root genres of modern fantasy, the essays provide a multi-faceted view of an important fantasy character type who begins to demonstrate a significant presence only in the latter 20th century. The essays contribute to the empowerment and development of the female hero as an archetype in her own right.

Download or read book Beyond the Senses The Blind Chemist Gal s Tale written by N.B. Singh and published by N.B. Singh. This book was released on with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prepare for a rollicking and sidesplitting adventure with "Beyond the Senses: The Blind Chemist Gal's Tale," a comedy and hilarious novel that will leave you in stitches. Join the charismatic and slightly eccentric Blind Chemist Gal as she takes you on a wild journey through a world where laughter knows no bounds. From the very first page, this novel dives headfirst into uproarious scenarios that will keep you grinning from ear to ear. The Blind Chemist Gal's knack for stumbling into comical mishaps is unparalleled, and her unconventional perspective on life adds an extra layer of hilarity to every situation she encounters. As the Blind Chemist Gal embarks on her alchemical escapades, prepare yourself for an onslaught of absurdity and wit. Whether she's concocting potions with ingredients that have a mind of their own or attempting to navigate the mischievous whispers of her eccentric laboratory, there's never a dull moment in her laugh-out-loud journey. But the Blind Chemist Gal's adventures don't stop at her lab. Along the way, she encounters a host of eccentric characters, each contributing their own brand of humor to the narrative. From hilarious misunderstandings to comedic banter, the interactions between the Blind Chemist Gal and her companions are nothing short of hilarious. With each turn of the page, readers will find themselves immersed in a world of comedic genius, where unexpected surprises and clever wordplay abound. The Blind Chemist Gal's encounters with her mischievous nemesis provide endless moments of laughter, while her unyielding optimism and resilience in the face of comedic chaos make her a lovable and unforgettable protagonist. "Beyond the Senses: The Blind Chemist Gal's Tale" is a novel that celebrates the power of humor and invites readers to embrace the lighter side of life. With its clever wit, uproarious situations, and an infectious sense of joy, this comedy gem promises an unforgettable reading experience that will leave you grinning long after you've turned the final page. So buckle up and get ready for a wild, sidesplitting adventure with the Blind Chemist Gal.

Download or read book A Study of Fairy Tales written by Laura Fry Kready and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Magill s Guide to Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature Lest darkness fall written by and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "These four volumes cover 791 books or series, 238 of them published during the 1980s and 1990s. the entries are 1,000 words long for single books and 1,500 for series, with a one-sentence summary beginning each entry followed by bibliographical information ... Volume 4 contains an extensive bibliography of critical works on science fiction and fantasy, a list of major award winners, a genre index." Booklist

Download or read book The Hole Story written by Paul Bright and published by Andersen Press. This book was released on 2017 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hamish and Hermione Hole need a new home but wherever they go they cause chaos. Will the two holes ever find a place where they are appreciated?

Download or read book Kitty Quest written by Phil Corbett and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dog Man meets the Lord of the Rings in this laugh-out-loud graphic novel debut about two aspiring adventurers who face off against startling ghosts, rampaging monsters, and bumbling wizards. Matt Braly, creator of Disney's Amphibia, proclaims Kitty Quest is "an absolutely charming story that had me chuckling the whole way through. I couldn't put it down!" Woolfrik and Perigold are two down-on-their-luck kittens in need of some extra cash, so they've decided to become professional monster slayers. Except they don't know the first thing about it! So when a huge beast starts rampaging through town, they are put to the ultimate test. Fortunately, the duo accidentally awakens a ghost named Earl Mortimore, who is the last not-so-living member of an ancient guild of warriors, and he's going to teach them everything he knows. But the monster is just the beginning of their worries, because someone even more troublesome is pulling its strings. So even though they've never been in a battle--or even gone on a real quest before--it's up to these kittens to save the day and prove they've got what it takes to be heroes.

Download or read book Tales of a Traveller written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1868 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Tales of a Traveller written by Anonymous and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-01-12 with total page 538 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1874.

Download or read book Tales from Irving written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1887 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Tales of a traveler written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1897 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Tappan Zee Edition of Irving s Works Tales of a traveller written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1887 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Washington Irving s Works Tales of a traveller v 1 2 written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1897 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Children s Catalog written by H.W. Wilson Company and published by . This book was released on 1917 with total page 556 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 1st ed. includes an index to v. 28-36 of St. Nicholas.

Download or read book Cat Ninja Wanted written by Matthew Cody and published by Cat Ninja. This book was released on 2022-04-12 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Book 3 of the hugely popular Cat Ninja series, small-time crooks, sidekicks, and the wannabe supervillains who made our heroes who they are all get a chance to tell their stories--and their stories are hilarious! Cat Ninja: Wanted features Metro City's favorites and newcomers in tales that include a nearly cat-astrophic case of stolen identity, the not-so-villainous adventures of Master Hamster, and Adonis's first mission as one of the good guys. Enjoy six stand-alone stories, plus a five-part Cat Ninja special miniseries! The stories in Cat Ninja: Wanted teach readers that: People (and villains!) can change Everyone deserves a second chance You don't need superpowers to be a hero!