Origins.-The Japanese are in the main a continental race. Their language and physical characteristics show conclusively that they come from Northern Asia, and geographical considerations indicate that Korea must have been their point of embarkation. Indeed a desultory emigration from Korea to Japan continued into historical times. When we say Northern Asia we exclude China. The racial affinity of the Japanese to the Chinese, of which we hear so often, really amounts to very little. It is n...

The importance of the global rural-urban matrix is often overlooked due to urban-normativity. But sometimes agrarian populism and a pastoral rural imaginary result in the equally fallacy of a rural-normativity, as in Jeffersonian nostalgia for a lost way of life that never existed. The nature of rurality in North America is important to study, but as Alessandro Bonanno makes clear, we cannot limit ourselves to the study of one or two nation-states. We must take a global perspective when it...

HorrorBabble's complete "Horror at Sea" collection. 15 nautical nightmares: from the discovery and subsequent investigation of a mysterious vessel in The Derelict; to the terrifying ordeal of a lighthouse keeper stationed at the remote, Three Skeleton Key."There’ll be restless nights for thee, upon these seven seas…"Contents:The Derelict by W. H. Hodgson (Red Magazine, Dec 1912)The Ocean Ogre

The Mythology and History of Witchcraft presents an expansive exploration of the enduring motifs, diverse narratives, and enigmatic practices concerning witches and witchcraft spanning various cultures and epochs. This anthology captures a complex tapestry of myths, histories, and speculative narratives that reflect humanity's fascination with the mystical and often misunderstood aspects of witchcraft. Within its pages, readers will find a compelling array of literary styles: from historic...

The anthology, *The True Story vs. Myth of Witchcraft*, presents a comprehensive examination of witchcraft through a tapestry of narratives blending historical analysis, literary exploration, and mythological critique. This collection grants readers an unparalleled journey through the multifaceted world of witchcraft, framed within its literary and historical contexts. The works gathered within this volume each contribute unique perspectives'Äîranging from vivid storytelling to analytical ...

This tale of love's trials from pulp master Clark Ashton Smith comes to life with the storytelling of narrator Will Hahn. The Desert Prince Yadar pursues his lover torn from him by slavers halfway across the world. He has sworn to be with her again, but can death do them part when he falls afoul of necromancers on the isle of Naat?The text of this tale is drawn from The Collected Fantasies of Clark Ashton Smith, edited by Scott Connors and Ron Hilger published by Night Shade Books ...

This meticulously edited collection on witchcraft is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Introduction to Witchcraft: The Superstitions of Witchcraft by Howard Williams The Devil in Britain and America by John Ashton Witchcraft in Europe: History of Magic and Witchcraft: Magic and Witchcraft Lives of the Necromancers Witch, Warlock, and Magician Practitioners of Magic & Witchcraft and Clairvoyance Mary Schweidler, the Amber Witch Sidonia, the Sorcere...

The anthology 'The History of Witchcraft in Europe Throughout the Ages' offers readers a comprehensive exploration of witchcraft's evolving narrative in Europe, seamlessly weaving together historical treatises, literary reflections, and cultural analyses. This carefully curated collection spans numerous centuries and presents a wide array of literary styles, from rigorously documented accounts to evocative storytelling. Each piece is selected to showcase the diversity and complexity of Eur...

The definitive insider's account of the 2011 case of a Florida mother accused of killing her own daughter . . . and the verdict that shocked the nation.It was the trial that stunned America. On July 5, 2011, nearly three years after her initial arrest, Casey Anthony walked away, virtually scot-free, from one of the most sensational murder trials of all time. She'd been accused of killing her daughter, Caylee, but the trial only left behind more questions: Was she a...

Vintage Sci-Fi 22 - 27 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories from H. P. Lovecraft, Arthur C. Clarke, H. G. Wells, Robert Silverberg, Nelson S. Bond, Brian W. Aldiss and moreThe Night Wire by H. F. ArnoldThe First Spaceman by Gene L. HendersonHide and Seek by Arthur C. ClarkeTwo Black Bottles by H. P. LovecraftThe Sea Raiders by H. G. WellsThe Old Timer by Richard R. SmithThe Broken Axiom by Alfred BesterLat...

The Mythology and History of Witchcraft is a captivating anthology that traverses the complex tapestry of witchcraft through a literary lens, presenting a diverse assembly of writings that delve into myth, history, and cultural representation. This carefully curated collection showcases a range of literary styles, from vivid narrative accounts to contemplative essays, each chosen for its ability to illuminate the multifaceted nature of witchcraft. Through its broad selection, the anthology...

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