Miranda J. Green Ordre des livres

The book features over 600 vibrant portraits of women showcasing exquisite millinery designs, serving as both a visual delight and an inspiring narrative. It critiques the fashion industry's environmental and societal impacts, advocating for a more responsible approach. The latter sections urge a transformation in commercial and political spheres, emphasizing the importance of integrating feminine values into a predominantly rational world. This work invites readers to envision a more interconnected and compassionate future.

Delve into the ancient roots of Welsh mythology, exploring sculptures, carvings, and artifacts that were made at least a thousand years before evidence of them was written down. The magical world of Welsh mythology deserves to be better known outside its homeland. With its cast of heroes and tricksters, animals that can talk and change shape, and magicians and witches who can bring disaster or triumph to the people in their paths, Enchanted Wales brings the vibrant worlds of Welsh mythology to a wider audience and explores both their physical and ethereal origins. Voyage through the key stories of Welsh literature, exploring not just their medieval texts but also their ancient roots, which can be glimpsed in sculptures, carvings, and other artifacts from at least a thousand years earlier. A skillful storyteller, Miranda Aldhouse-Green, guides readers through this weird, wonderful, and Narnia-like world of dreams. Tales of witches, magicians, heroes, and villains are more than just epic entertainment, as they challenge readers to explore the human questions of life and death, war and peace, and good and evil.

The book, first published in 2006, explores significant themes and concepts relevant to its field, providing insights and scholarly analysis. As part of the Routledge imprint, it reflects a commitment to academic rigor and contributes to ongoing discussions within its discipline. Readers can expect a thorough examination of the subject matter, enhanced by the credibility of Taylor & Francis as a publisher.

Delving into the ancient European Druids, the book uncovers their unique ability to interpret divine will and examines the archaeological evidence that sheds light on their rituals and beliefs. It offers a fresh perspective on their cultural significance and the mysteries surrounding their practices, inviting readers to understand the enduring legacy of these enigmatic figures.

As well as vividly exploring the tales, the author brings her expertise in the archaeology of the Iron Age and particularly shamanism to bear on the mythical worlds she describes, with evidence as diverse as the Gundestrup Cauldron and the famous bog bodies. She also asks how the myths survived the Christianization of Europe.

An examination of the religious beliefs of the people of the Roman province of Britain, from the Celtic background to the composite religion which eventually emerged.

This is a fascinating book about the Celts and their religion, which covers all aspects of the gods, ritual customs, cult-objects and sacred places of the ancient Celtic peoples.

Newly engaged, Ellie is thrilled to be accepted into the loving Cooper clan—which seems like the perfect family she never had—until she begins to realize that Dan’s mom, Linda, is a little too involved. Dan and Linda talk on the phone every day. Twice a day. As Dan and Ellie’s intimate civil wedding ceremony gets transformed into a black-tie affair, Ellie begins to wonder if it’s possible to marry the man without marrying his mother. As troubles mount, Ellie turns to her friends—glamorous Lisa, who always looks like she’s just stepped off a runway, and wonderfully frazzled Trish—and tries to rediscover the independence she once had, and the man she still loves. But it seems that having a child and saving a marriage means growing up in ways she’d never imagined . . . A warm, witty, and wise look at mothers-in-law and what they teach us about ourselves, The Other Woman is sure to please Jane Green’s growing legion of fans.

The book explores the significant role animals played in Celtic society, highlighting their impact on economy, warfare, and spirituality. Miranda Green examines early Celtic texts, archaeological findings, and artistic representations to illustrate the deep connection between humans and animals, including the belief in their divine powers. She emphasizes how animals were revered and integrated into rituals and myths, reflecting their high status and the respect they commanded within Celtic culture.