Alexander Eliot Livres

Crossing the boundaries of time, region, and culture, universal myths have provided inspiration and guidance for countless generations—laying a foundation for the religious, social, and political heritage of nations and peoples since the beginning of time. Here is a rich and absorbing survey of the common myths that connect all cultures, Eastern and Western, from antiquity to the present day. With stunning power, the stuff of legend is explored in all its drama and magnificence. There are stories of gods and men—and legendary heroes from Zeus to King Arthur to the “Superman” of modern media; tales of heaven, earth, and the origins of man from Hindu, American Indian, and Western thought; and retellings of mythic quests and legendary lovers, from the epic wanderings of Odysseus to the tragedy of Tristram and Iseult and the Krishna marriage of Heaven and Earth. This extraordinary work, compiled and arranged by theme from stories of creation to tales of death and rebirth, examines and compares the world’s myths that have shaped our common past and continue to influence us still.

Myth is universal - a common heritage to all humanity. The myths in this book, gathered during travels, are re-imagined on the ground where they originally occurred, providing a sense of place for each tale

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The autobiography delves into the life of Alexander Eliot, a multifaceted figure who experienced a significant portion of the twentieth century. Eliot reflects on his diverse career as an art journalist, novelist, and mythologist, emphasizing the importance of sharing his experiences. He introduces influential individuals he encountered along the way, many of whom became friends, offering insights into their conversations and connections. The narrative is a blend of personal anecdotes and cultural exploration, highlighting Eliot's contributions to the arts and mythology.

Ist Frivolität das Vergnügen des Geistes an der Schwäche des Fleisches, dann ist dies ein frivoler Roman. Ein Roman, dessen Figuren immer wieder von solcher Schwäche heimgesucht werden und der ganz besonderes Vergnügen bereitet, weil es sich bei den Betroffenen sozusagen um Männer des Geistes handelt, die über den Lauf der Welt meditieren und ihre Gedanken noch im Erliegen unverdrossen weiterspinnen – freilich bei leicht verminderter Konzentration. Hauptheldin des Buches ist die begeisterungsfähige und stets lernbegierige, blutjunge Ellen Freeman, die an einem Mädchenpensionat kichernde Backfische in der Kunst damenhaften Gesangs unterweist. Da Ellen vom Himmel nicht allein mit einer goldenen Stimme, sondern auch mit einem goldenen Körper beschenkt worden ist, sind jene Männer des Geistes nur allzu bereit, ihr umgehend die erwünschten An-, Auf- und Abregungen zu verschaffen: Connie, der Dichter, erschließt ihr die Poesie; Ernie, der Apostel der Wissenschaft, methodisches Denken; Waldo, der Pfarrer, die Sünde. Sobald Pans heitere und betörende Flöte zum Liebesspiel lädt, erliegt die Heldin des Lustspiels dem Lockruf des Gottes, doch im Herzen (allerdings nur da), das sei versichert, weiß sie stets ihre Unschuld zu bewahren.