Dover Publications

Gods and giants bestride these ancient tales, in which warrior queens and noble heroes battle with elves, dwarves, and fearsome monsters. Spanning the dawn of the world's creation to its fiery destruction, these gripping Norse legends chronicle the triumphs and tragedies of a lost era. Resounding with a poetic instinct for the picturesque, the dramatic, and the human, they form vivid portraits of

First published in 1768, this remarkable collection of sophisticated line drawings offers a fascinating treatise for model builders, naval historians, and maritime enthusiasts. Documenting merchant and naval ships from various countries, it features 70 illustrations that chart vessel dimensions, crew size, storage capabilities, and manner of rigging.

Practice relaxation and mindfulness with a little help from the stars! These 31 out-of-this-world illustrations feature the 12 zodiac signs, beautifully styled suns and moons, and other mystical designs, many with striking black backgrounds. Each astrological sign is faithfully represented with its traditional symbol, flower, and constellation. Informative text printed on the reverse side describe

Unlock your life's potential with astrological magic. Bestselling author, astrologer, and shaman Ambrosia Hawthorn helps readers demystify and deepen their understanding of astrology to better understand themselves; their work, family, and romantic relationships; and the world around them. Based on the twelve signs of the zodiac, astrology has been used for centuries as a powerful system of guidan

Franz Kafka is a master at blending the mundane with the surreal. His unique, compelling narratives examine themes of existential dread and bureaucratic absurdity, challenge reality, and promise a riveting journey through the uncanny corridors of the human psyche.

This unique origami book presents illustrated instructions for folding 14 war machines: six jets, three missiles, and five ground vehicles. Models include a spy plane, strike fighter, and bomber; the Predator battle tank and Guardian battle walker; plus Impaler, Javelin, and Harpoon missiles that can be mounted on some of the jets.

Who is Kundalini, the Serpent Power? Mythologically, she is an aspect of the Shakti (power or energy) and consort of Shiva. Philosophically, she is the creative energy that eventually forms mind and matter, and comes to rest in the lowest form of matter. She is consciousness: the power of matter to know itself. In terms of Tantric practice, she is the mysterious power that resides in the human bod

Enter the realm of magic and mysticism with this enchanting colouring book. Thirty-one captivating illustrations feature celestial designs, crystals and candles, moths and butterflies, flowers and herbs, and entrancing house and garden scenes that contain many more tools and symbols of the modern witch. Conjure up your own colour scheme, and channel your creativity into a wonderfully witchy way to

For nearly three centuries Malleus Maleficarum (The Witches' Hammer) was the professional manual for witch hunters. This work by two of the most famous Inquisitors of the age is still a document of the forces of that era's beliefs. Under a Bull of Pope Innocent VIII, Kramer and Sprenger exposed the heresy of those who did not believe in witches and set forth the proper order of the world with devi

This comprehensive and well-documented guide to the arcane Jewish tradition of mysticism was written by one of Britain's foremost writers on occult subjects. Enthusiastic in tone and grounded in scholarship, it presents and comments upon the mystic tradition's fundamental ideas. Author A. E. Waite's extensive and lucid history embraces the literature of the Kabbalah (including the Sepher Yezirah a

"This book pleasantly bridges the gap between the obvious and the esoteric. I like that the meditations require a little bit of thought, but you don't wonder, 'What's he talking about?' like so many meditation books. Simply meditating on the meditations is enough." — 42Yogis

Long used in telling fortunes and popular today among New Agers, Tarot cards are regarded by many as "the training wheels" on the bicycle of psychic development. Centuries of scientific progress have not diminished the irresistible attraction of gazing at picture cards to see the future and determine one's fate.This book by Arthur Edward Waite, the designer of the most widely known Tarot deck and

To the casual observer, they're just a pack of playing cards. But to initiates, the mysterious figures of the Tarot deck symbolize the keys to ancient wisdom. The 78 cards can be employed to unlock the secrets of the universe and to foretell the future — but only by those who comprehend their esoteric truths.A pillar of occult science, The Tarot of the Bohemians provides a theological element to t

Most of us experience some degree of stress and many are too frustrated and exhausted to deal effectively with life's pressures. Consumed by the mind's chatter, we cannot appreciate the beauty and wonder of creation and we lose touch with the real purpose of our lives.Ed Shapiro trained with the originator of yoga nidra and draws upon the timeless wisdom of centuries of Eastern meditation teaching

Capture the spirit of the Rebel Witches with a tarot deck and book set! Richly illustrated by Tianqi Chen, this unique 78-card tarot deck combines witchcraft and tarot and takes you on an inspiring journey, featuring remarkable heroes and heroines, real and fictional, from around the world. Connect with powerful figures in the Major Arcana, including Santa Muerte, Hildegard of Bingen, Willow

The sacred wisdom of the priests of ancient Egypt and the experiences of the soul after death: one of the most important books in Egyptian history. Includes full hieroglyphic text along with a transliteration of sounds, word-for-word translation, and a separate smooth translation.

Forty-two realistically detailed drawings ranging from scenes of everyday life in castle, village, monastery, and countryside, to dramatic and colorful portrayals of tournaments, castle sieges, banquets, battles, fairs, and more.

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