Résultats pour "Lost" dans Coutumes et traditions

Rediscover the Bible through lost images of God that speak to doubt, longing, and the sacred in everyday life. The Bible contains forgotten images of God—versions that speak more powerfully to our modern doubts and longings than the traditional image of a distant, all-powerful deity. In Lost...

When the travel bug bit, J. Maarten Troost took on the world's most populous and intriguing nation. As Troost relates his gonzo adventure - dodging deadly drivers in Shanghai, eating yak in Tibet, deciphering restaurant menus (offering local favorites such as cattle penis with garlic), and visiting with Chairman Mao (still dead) - he reveals a vast, complex country on the brink of transformation that will soon shape the way we all work, live, and think.

The legend of Atlantis is one of the most captivating and enduring stories ever told. For over two thousand years, it has stirred the imagination of philosophers, explorers, mystics, and dreamers. A city swallowed by the sea in a single day and night, a mighty civilisation punished for its hubris, a radiant island where power and beauty thrived before vanishing without a trace — Atlantis is both a cautionary tale and a timeless riddle. But what do we really know about it?

Reveals the long-forgotten prequel to the Grail mythos and how it has profound resonance with modern times Includes the complete text of the Grail prequel, The Elucidation of the Grail, a 13th-century poem newly translated by Gareth Knight and Caitlín Matthews Examines the forgotten...

Dive into the ultimate lost world mystery, blending deep-sea archaeology with ancient mythology to uncover the truth. Whether you are seeking a captivating history escape during your daily commute or an atmospheric journey to unwind, this gripping exploration delivers. Plunge beneath the waves...

Mining information from mythology, folklore, religious texts, and fairy tales from around the world, a foremost expert on symbols explains word origins and their meanings. The ultimate symbols are the letters and words in language as Bayley moves beyond mere pictures to understand the vital messages that have been ignored or lost across the centuries.

Throughout Teller County, history lovers can find abandoned towns and forgotten main streets that once bustled with life and commerce. Even before Teller was carved from surrounding counties, the scenic mountains and lucrative mines of the gold rush era brought thousands of settlers and attracted resort owners and tycoons eager to exploit the rich setting. Seemingly overnight, towns in the Cripple Creek District and other places popped up, flush with gold and people looking for opportunity. As the ore disappeared, the miners moved on in search of the next big lode.

Atlantis and Other Lost Worlds is the most up-to-date and comprehensive investigation of history's infamous sunken city. Nowhere else will you find a more dramatic and convincing presentation of the evidence for its archaeological reality.

Through the threads of folklore, mythology, history and landscape, No Fair Maidens identifies a better way of being for modern women, and crafts a new vision for Britain where women are - and always were - a force of nature. As Kim Willis drifts from the traditional path of marriage and...

The Holy Grail, the kingdom of Camelot, the Knights of the Round Table, and the magical sword Excalibur are all key ingredients of the legends surrounding King Arthur. But who was he really, where did he come from, and how much of what we read about him in stories that date back to the Dark Ages is true? So far, historians have failed to show that King Arthur really existed at all, and for a good reason—they have been looking in the wrong place. In this book, Alistair Moffat shatters all existing assumptions about Britain's most enigmatic hero.

Does Earth have portals to an extraterrestrial world? Do these portals lead to the legendary island paradise where the old grow young again? Our ancestors believed in a physical place that promised health, happiness, and immortality. Today we consider the old legends to be myths, nothing more than sailor's fish stories. Yet some of the most prominent names in history devoted their entire lives to searching for the lost island of paradise - and they found it.

Dive into the atmospheric true history of lost hoards and the psychological obsession that ruins everyday lives. Perfect for a gripping commute, this immersive investigative journey tracks the descent of ordinary people pulled into the fatal gravity of legendary riches. Listen as rational minds...

Discover the haunting history of the American Southwest through eerie desert ruins, lost mines, and forgotten boomtowns. Perfect for your daily commute or a scenic road trip, this immersive historical adventure resurrects a lawless era. Hear the gripping stories of ruthless prospectors...

Uncover the authentic history and mystical folklore of ancient gods before their legends fade into obscurity. Perfect for a thought-provoking morning commute, this atmospheric journey reconstructs the fragmented beliefs of a warrior society from surviving medieval manuscripts and forgotten oral...

Uncover the immersive ancient history of Celtic folklore, where forgotten gods and mysterious druids rule the Iron Age. Perfect for your evening wind-down or an atmospheric daily commute, this vivid fireside narrative breathes life into vanished pantheons. Traverse the shimmering borders of the...

Embark on an immersive historical exploration to uncover how sacred indigenous rituals birthed a doomed, golden myth. Trace the transformation of a spiritual ceremony into an obsession that drove centuries of bloody imperial conquests. You will navigate untamed rivers and dense jungles to...

Uncover the definitive historical mystery behind ancient mythology's most enduring lost civilization. Perfect for an inquisitive daily commute or an evening of deep focus, this calm yet captivating narrative traces a singular philosophical idea from the lecture halls of ancient Athens to the...

Dive into the ultimate historical mystery and hunt for the undiscovered tomb of history's most feared conqueror. Perfect for a suspenseful morning commute or an immersive learning session, this captivating archaeological adventure transports you directly to the sweeping, sacred landscapes of the...

Uncover the truth behind a captivating utopian myth in this historical exploration of a hidden Himalayan kingdom. Perfect for your daily commute or a contemplative evening escape, this evocative journey transports you across the rugged landscapes of Central Asia. See how harsh trade routes and...

Trace the deadly historical treasure hunts and captivating mythology behind the world's most elusive lost cities. Perfect for an immersive commute, this dramatic exploration investigates why generations of empires sacrificed everything for golden utopias that only existed in the mind. Wander...