Rosalind Kerven

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1) Arthurian Legends

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The definitive book of stories from Arthurian legend. Delve into the enchanted world of Arthurian legends where you will meet the Knights of the Round Table, Wizard Merlin, King Arthur and Queen Guinevere. With plots full of romance, adventure and enchantment, these fascinating ancient tales have been revived by the author to reflect their origins in oral history and will appeal to a whole new generation of readers. Stories include Elaine Who Loved...

2) Medieval Legends of Love & Lust

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Kerven, Rosalind

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Discover: – The 12th century #MeToo scandal of Abelard & Heloise – Why a medieval feminist condemned the bestselling 'Romance of the Rose' – The secret heartache behind Dante's seminal work, 'Divine Comedy' – Bawdy tales from Chaucer and Boccaccio – Why men were banned from the mysterious City of Ladies – How Queen Guinevere's affair with Sir Lancelot brought down the legendary King Arthur – The tear-jerking twists and turns of Portuguese...

3) Viking Myths & Sagas: retold from ancient Norse texts

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Kerven, Rosalind

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An accessible, meticulously researched introduction to Viking Age oral literature – 34 stories based on the oldest texts, authentically interpreted and retold by a highly acclaimed storyteller. The ONLY book to feature little known Viking Age sagas and heroic legends alongside the Norse myths – and the FIRST major new retellings of the myths for 35 years. Brings alive all the most significant and interesting Viking Age stories, painting vivid...

4) English Fairy Tales and Legends

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Kerven, Rosalind

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12 classic English fairy tales and their history, from tales of dragons to Robin Hood. Folk tales and legends are an intrinsic part of English national culture. In his book, Rosalind Kerven has revived the best English fairy tales for a new generation. These are stories of giants, dragons, fairies and Arthurian Romance. Together, they form a perfect introduction to the different types of traditional stories and their place in English oral and written...

5) Faeries, Elves and Goblins: The Old Stories and fairy tales

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Kerven, Rosalind

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A unique collection of traditional stories about faeries, elves and goblins. Faeries, elves, goblins, leprechauns, brownies, spriggans and many other supernatural beings leap vividly off the page in this collection of haunting stories. Included are 25 stories drawing on folklore from the rich narrative heritage of Britain and Ireland. Marvel over ancient spells to summon faeries to your house, tremble at the shapeshifting powers of dangerous faery...

6) Chinese Myths & Folk Tales

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Kerven, Rosalind

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Re-issue of this highly acclaimed book, previously published by Cambridge University Press under the title In The Court of the Jade Emperor: Stories from Old China – first edition 1993, second edition 1999.

7) NATIVE AMERICAN MYTHS: Collected 1636–1919

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Kerven, Rosalind

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* An important book about one of the world's most inspirational yet least-known mythologies, written by an expert in the genre. * One of the most comprehensive collections of its kind. Based on three years' research through hundreds of archives, revealing a treasure trove of material, some never before available to the general UK reader. * Over 100 ancient stories, verse narratives, songs, anecdotes and fragments of wisdom, sourced from 55 different...

8) KING ARTHUR: Text from the international bestseller

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Kerven, Rosalind

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Text from the international bestseller, originally published as an illustrated book by DK. A beautifully written retelling of the complete King Arthur story, brought dramatically, vividly and very readably back to life. Perfect for all ages from 9 to adult. Authentically based on the iconic medieval work, Malory's 'Morte d'Arthur', it covers all the important episodes: * The sword in the stone * How Arthur obtained the magic sword Excalibur * His...

9) Grim Gruesome Viking Villain: Four thrilling adventures

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Kerven, Rosalind

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THRILLING, ACTION PACKED HISTORICAL ADVENTURES Vividly set in the Viking Age – full of sword fights, treasure, pirates, adventurous sea journeys, kings, queens, runes and belief in the supernatural. Four-books-in-one edition of this HIGHLY ACCLAIMED series, recommended by numerous reviewers, teachers and young readers. AN UNFORGETTABLE VILLAIN! Grim Gruesome is a mysterious, hideous, shape-shifting trickster – charismatic yet evil, the terror...

10) King Arthur

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Kerven, Rosalind

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Eyewitness classics

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A retelling of the story of the boy fated to be the "Once and Future King," covering his glorious reign and his tragic, yet triumphant, passing. Illustrated notes throughout the text explain the historical background of the story.

11) Faeries, elves & goblins: the old stories

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Kerven, Rosalind

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"Faeries, elves, goblins, leprechauns, brownies, spriggans, and other supernatural beings leap off the page in this collection of mystical stories. Along with fascinating quotes drawn from medieval manuscripts and oral folklore, enchanting illustrations from favorite artists (including Arthur Rackham) capture the enduring appeal of folklore and magic. Each story, from 'The Faery Borrower' to 'The Leprechauns Trick,' is associated with a particular...

12) Aladdin: and other tales from the Arabian Knights

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Kerven, Rosalind

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[1998]

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Retells some of the magical adventures with Arabic, Persian, and Indian origins, framed by the tale of Shaharazad who tells the king a story for 1001 nights. Illustrated notes throughout the text explain the historical background of the story.