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Book Synopsis The Stark Carpathians by : Anthony J. Amato
Download or read book The Stark Carpathians written by Anthony J. Amato and published by Lexington Books. This book was released on 2024-01-29 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Stark Carpathians: Ritual, Text, and Authority Among Ukraine’s Hutsuls addresses rituals and texts in a small mountainous area located in today’s Ukraine. The residents of this remote region are known as the Hutsuls. This book argues that Hutsul rituals and texts, cast as ancient and extraordinary, had more mundane roots. They formed out of contact between the region’s residents and lowland institutions, and they became foundations for everyday life. Words and symbolic action had an inherent tension that stemmed from contests over authority. The nature of these contests was such that distant officials, willful locals, and diverse sources of information were often as important as collective traditions in shaping rituals and texts. Prolific producers of texts, Hutsuls carried on discussions that included diverse topics, such as agriculture, astrology, mass gymnastics, divine punishment, and witches and vampires. This volume covers these and other discussions in their small and exact particulars, and it investigates texts and rituals in their fullness and irreducible complexity. By crossing traditional lines of inquiry and following the region’s winding trails to their divergent ends, this book offers insight into a larger Hutsul world. Ultimately, the study of Hutsul creations informs the study of rituals and texts in many elsewheres far from the Carpathian Mountains.
Book Synopsis Dark Celebration by : Christine Feehan
Download or read book Dark Celebration written by Christine Feehan and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-09-25 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Christine Feehan has enthralled a legion of fans with the seductive world and unforgettable characters—both human and not—of her dark Carpathian series. Now, as Christmas draws near, she reunites all of them for a Dark Celebration… After centuries as the Prince of the Carpathians, Mikhail Dubrinsky fears he can’t protect them for long from their greatest threat: the extinction of their species by their immortal enemies—who are devising a scheme to slaughter Carpathian females. But even with his own lifemate Raven and their daughter Savannah vulnerable to the encroaching evil, Mikhail’s hope is not lost. Carpathians from around the world are gathering to join their souls and their powers to bring light to the darkness. But so too are their adversaries uniting—hunters, vampires, demons, and betrayers—bringing untold dangers into the fold of the Carpathian people. INCLUDES BONUS CONTENT!
Book Synopsis The Carpathians, the Hutsuls, and Ukraine by : Anthony J. Amato
Download or read book The Carpathians, the Hutsuls, and Ukraine written by Anthony J. Amato and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-12-02 with total page 485 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the relationship between Ukraine’s Galician Hutsuls and the Carpathian landscape between 1848 and 1939. The author analyzes the intersections of ecology and culture in the history of the Carpathian Mountains, with a focus on the region’s economy and biodiversity.
Book Synopsis Christine Feehan 3 Carpathian novels by : Christine Feehan
Download or read book Christine Feehan 3 Carpathian novels written by Christine Feehan and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-09-27 with total page 982 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 New York Times bestselling author Christine Feehan presents a collection that includes three of her dark, intensely romantic Carpathian novels. DARK CURSE Two lifemates search the treacherous Carpathian landscape for the truth about their past and are haunted by the unknown dangers of a dark curse... DARK SLAYER The dark destiny of a betrayed woman. The terrifying fate of a cursed man. Now after a century of longing, the instinct for survival has united them... DARK PERIL Two warriors from different worlds will find each other at the end of their time, and discover a new reason to battle to the death—and against all odds, make it out alive...
Book Synopsis Christine Feehan 5 CARPATHIAN NOVELS by : Christine Feehan
Download or read book Christine Feehan 5 CARPATHIAN NOVELS written by Christine Feehan and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 2934 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 New York Times bestselling author Christine Feehan presents a collection that includes five of her darkly seductive Carpathian novels. DARK SYMPHONY The story of Byron, one of the oldest of the Carpathians, and the one woman meant to be his… DARK SECRET The story of Rafael, a savage hunter from the darkest jungles, and the beautiful prey he would never let escape… DARK DEMON The story of Natalya, a female vampire slayer who proves as seductive—and mysterious—as the night dwellers she stalks… DARK CELEBRATION All the inhabitants of Carpathian legend are reunited for a celebration of sensual adventure, undying passion, and astonishing fantasy—one to remember for a thousand lifetimes. DARK POSSESSION The story of Manolito, a man determined to seduce and possess his alluring lifemate, whatever it takes...
Book Synopsis Midst the Wild Carpathians by : Mór Jókai
Download or read book Midst the Wild Carpathians written by Mór Jókai and published by Publio Kiadó Kft. This book was released on with total page 697 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Before us lies the valley of the Drave, one of those endless wildernesses where even the wild beast loses its way. Forests everywhere, maples and aspens a thousand years old, with their roots under water; magnificent morasses the surface of which is covered, not with reeds and water-lilies, but with gigantic trees, from the dependent branches of which the vivifying waters force fresh roots. Here the swan builds her nest; here too dwell the royal heron, the blind crow, the golden plover, and other man-shunning animals which are rarely if ever seen in more habitable regions.
Download or read book Altering States written by Daphne Berdahl and published by University of Michigan Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Analyzes the social and cultural aspects of transition
Book Synopsis The Carpathian Caper by : Jacques Sandulescu
Download or read book The Carpathian Caper written by Jacques Sandulescu and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set in Transylvania, this novel concerns Communist plots and international intrigue.
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Book Synopsis Aus meinem Königreich: Tales from the Carpathian Mountains by : Carmen Sylva
Download or read book Aus meinem Königreich: Tales from the Carpathian Mountains written by Carmen Sylva and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-04 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Carmen Sylva's 'Aus meinem Königreich: Tales from the Carpathian Mountains' is a captivating collection of folk tales and legends from the mystical Carpathian Mountains. Through her lyrical and poetic prose, Sylva transports readers to a world filled with magic, mystery, and enchantment. The stories in this book are rich in symbolism and imagery, reflecting the author's deep connection to nature and her fascination with the supernatural. Sylva's writing style is characterized by its vivid descriptions and vivid storytelling, making each tale come alive in the reader's imagination. This collection is a valuable contribution to the literary tradition of folk tales, showcasing the unique cultural heritage of the Carpathian region. Carmen Sylva, also known as Queen Elisabeth of Romania, drew inspiration from her own experiences and observations of the natural world to create these captivating stories. Her keen insight into human nature and her love for her homeland shine through in each narrative. 'Aus meinem Königreich' is a must-read for anyone interested in folklore, mythology, and the art of storytelling. It is a timeless classic that will enchant readers of all ages and spark their imagination.
Book Synopsis Lonely Planet Romania & Bulgaria by : Lonely Planet
Download or read book Lonely Planet Romania & Bulgaria written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on with total page 729 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Revival and Reconciliation by : Philip V. Bohlman
Download or read book Revival and Reconciliation written by Philip V. Bohlman and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2013-06-07 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sacred music has long contributed fundamentally to the making of Europe. The passage from origin myths to history, the sacred journeys that have mobilized pilgrims, crusaders, and colonizers, the politics and power sounded by the vox populi—all have joined in counterpoint to shape Europe’s historical longue durée. Drawing upon three decades of research in European sacred music, Philip V. Bohlman calls for a re-examination of European modernity in the twenty first century, a modernity shaped no less by canonic religious and musical practices than by the proliferation of belief systems that today more than ever respond to the diverse belief systems that engender the New Europe. In contrast to most studies of sacred musical practice in European history, with their emphasis on the musical repertories and ecclesiastical practices at the center of society, Bohlman turns our attention to individual and marginalized communities and to the collectives of believers to whose lives meaning accrues upon sounding the sacred together. In the historical chapters that open Revival and Reconciliation, Bohlman examines the genesis of modern history in the convergence and conflict the lie at the heart of the Abrahamic faiths—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Critical to the meaning of these religions to Europe, Bohlman argues, has been their capacity to mobilize both sacred journey and social action, which enter the everyday lives of Europeans through folk religion, pilgrimage, and politics, the subjects of the second half of his study. The closing sections then cross the threshold from history into modernity, above all that of the New Europe, with its return to religion through revival and reconciliation. Based on an extensive ethnographic engagement with the sacred landscapes and sites of conflict in twenty-first-century Europe, Bohlman calls in his final chapters for new ways of hearing the silenced voices and the full chorus of sacred music in our contemporary world. Ethnomusicologists from different traditions as well as scholars of religious studies and the history of modern Europe will find Revival and Reconciliation a fascinating exploration of the connections between sacred music and the role it plays in the formations of the modern self.
Download or read book Carpathian written by David L. Golemon and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2013-07-30 with total page 485 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Event Group tackles their most challenging mission yet in this no-holds-barred thrill ride from the New York Times bestselling author of Ripper and Legacy Perfect for fans of Clive Cussler, James Rollins, and Matthew Reilly, the latest gripping thriller from David L. Golemon takes the Event Group---the nation's most secret agency---to the brink in a heart-stopping race against time. Rumors of the seemingly magical victory that allowed the Exodus of Israelites from Egypt have resonated through the archaeological world for decades. Now evidence has been discovered that points to a new explanation of how the ancient Hebrews destroyed the unstoppable army of Pharaoh with a tribe of warriors who disappeared a generation later, after the destruction of the City of Jericho, taking with them the most valued treasures of a people without a homeland. Today a treasure of a different kind is unearthed at the lost ruins of Jericho, one that will change the history of God's Chosen People for all time—the petrified remains of an animal that could not exist. Enter the Event Group. Led by Col. Jack Collins, the Group's brilliant men and women gather to discover the truth behind not only the Exodus, but also the magnificent animals that led the defeat of Pharaoh's army. On a whirlwind race to save the most valuable treasure and artifacts in the history of the world from those who would destroy them, the Event Group will come face-to-face with every myth, legend, and historical truth that has ever unfolded in the mythic and larger-than-life Carpathians---or as the area was once known, Transylvania, the land of Vlad the Impaler. The newest pulse-pounding installment in the New York Times bestselling Event Group Series, Carpathian pushes the limits of suspense, where every chapter contains new twists and revelations in this exciting, page-turning read.
Download or read book Dark Magic written by Christine Feehan and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2010-06-08 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Young Savannah Dubrinsky was a mistress of illusion, a world-famous magician capable of mesmerizing millions. But there was one-Gregori, the Dark One-who held her in terrifying thrall. Whose cold silver eyes and heated sensuality sent shivers of danger, of desire, down her slender spine. With a dark magic all his own, Gregori-the implacable hunter, the legendary healer, the most powerful of Carpathian males-whispered in Savannah's mind that he was her destiny. That she had been born to save his immortal soul. And now, here in New Orleans, the hour had finally come to claim her. To make her completely his. In a ritual as old as time . . . and as inescapable as eternity.
Book Synopsis With Their Backs to the Mountains by : Paul Robert Magocsi
Download or read book With Their Backs to the Mountains written by Paul Robert Magocsi and published by Central European University Press. This book was released on 2015-12-01 with total page 564 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a history of a stateless people, the Carpatho-Rusyns, and their historic homeland, Carpathian Rus', located in the heart of central Europe. At the present, when it is fashionable to speak of nationalities as "imagined communities" or as transnational constructs "created" by intellectuals\ elites who may live in the historic "national" homeland or in the diaspora, Carpatho-Rusyns provide an ideal example of a people made—or some would say still being made—before our very eyes. The book traces the evolution of Carpathian Rus' from earliest pre-historic times to the present and the complex manner in which a distinct Carpatho-Rusyn people, since the mid-nineteenth century, came into being, disappeared, and then re-appeared in the wake of the revolutions of 1989 and the collapse of Communist rule in central and eastern Europe.
Book Synopsis The Rough Guide to Poland by : Jonathan Bousfield
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Poland written by Jonathan Bousfield and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 691 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Poland is the ultimate guide to this fascinating country, with detailed coverage of all the top sights and the clearest maps of any guide. Discover the highlights of Poland, from the picturesque old towns of Krakow, Warsaw and Gdansk to hiking in the Tatra Mountains. You'll find expert accounts of Poland's major attractions from medieval castles and Habsburg palaces to Baltic beaches and forest-clad lakes. New full-colour features explore Poland's food and drink and religious architecture, while a comprehensive Polish language section will get you started in learning Polish. Fully updated and expanded, you'll find detailed practical advice on what to see and do in Poland whilst relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels in Poland, bars in Poland, restaurants in Poland, shops in Poland and Polish festivals. There's also comprehensive background on everything from Polish history to folk music and Poland's rich literary heritage. Explore all regions of Poland with the clearest maps of any guide, and coverage of off the beaten track sites not to be missed. Make the most of your holiday with the Rough Guide to Poland.
Download or read book Carpathia written by Jay Ludowyke and published by Hachette Australia. This book was released on 2018-07-10 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the early hours of 15 April 1912, the Cunard steamship Carpathia receives a distress call from the new White Star liner Titanic. Captain Arthur Rostron immediately turns Carpathia northwest and sails full speed through the dark night, into waters laden with icebergs, on a rescue mission that will become legendary. Almost a century later, Carpathia's wreck has finally been located. She's over 500 feet down and only a few divers in the world can attain these depths. Among them is Englishman Ric Waring's team. In this captivating and intensively researched story, we follow the dual narratives of Rostron and the daring rescue of the Titanic survivors by Carpathia, and of Waring's team and their dangerous determination to reach the wreck. Rich in history and drama, the true story of Carpathia from her launching to the sensational events of 1912, World War I and beyond is a compelling narrative that moves at the page-turning pace of the very best fiction.
