It can often times explain why we behave the way we do or why we. The british isles have a long tradition of tales of gods, heroes and marvels, hinting at a mythology once as relevant to the races which settled the islands as the greek and roman gods were to the. Use the search box below to browse items published by the folio society. The firms goal was to produce editions of the worlds great literature, in a format worthy of the contents, at a price within the reach of everyman. This organization is half publisher, half book club as it has members and was founded in 1947 on the principle that books should be beautiful to the eye as well as captivating. British myths and legends folio society set of three volumes. Legends and myths are what make up a lot of our cultural heritage. It values aesthetic beauty and visual storytelling like no other. British myths and legends folio society threevolume set.
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The myth and legends series is one im interested in collecting, as i enjoy the subject matter a lot. The many legends of king arthur have captured imaginations for centuries. Uk days out with myths and legends day trips the british countryside is steeped in folklore and tales of mystery from down the centuries, turning a rural walk into an adventure through. It makes the books just the right size to handle easily. A selection of myths and legends from the british isles including tales of king arthur, robin hood and beowulf. Beautifully illustrated, finely crafted, the folio society publishes the worlds greatest. The most famous of british kings, arthur was said to have defended the country against saxon invaders and is at the centre of. Great titles and authors including gentlemen prefer blondes, far from the madding crowd, animal farm. Great britain ireland usa india australia extra the point of it all.
Note this is library information, not a list of our stock. From the folio society, british myths and legends threebook set includes slipcase. British myths and legends folio society oxfams online shop. The young peoples guide to by david bellingham 129 copies aboriginal myths, legends and fables by a. Packed full of fun myths, legends and ghost stories from all over the isles. A history of roman britain, an introduction to anglosaxon england, england and its rulers. Legends from the british isles pdf, legends of the british isles pdf, the legends from the british. Beautiful very well looked after three from the strand folio and the only reason for this sale is my husband is using anymore.
British myths and legends folio society threevolume set by richard barber and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. British myths and legends folio society three volume set. Collection of 59 folio society books, 52 with slip covers and 7 without. Its like an encyclopedia, so it is easy to read bits and pieces at a time. Beowulf, robin hood have been published as fuller versions by the folio society in separate books over the years. I was trying to compile a list of the books the society published in that series, but as i dont have a complete folio bibliography, i wanted to ask you to have a look at it and tell me which ones i missed out.
Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new. Legends great britain heromyths and legends of the british race, by m. We are an independent online bookseller, based near southampton, hampshire in the south of england, with approximately 8,000 books first editions, scarce, hard to find, outofprint, as well as brand new. Chronicles of the dark ages 3 volumes brand new folio society 2008. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Ebbutt illustrated html with commentary at traditional tales of the english and scottish peasantry london et al g. First edition 1998, seventh printing this is a beautiful set of three volumes in a slipcase. Devoted to beautiful books standing like an island amid the sea of cheap mass produced paperbacks and formulaic new releases, is the folio society. British myths and legends folio society three volume set by.
It is making efforts to provide them equal access to decent work, human rights, knowledge about. The folio society is a ukbased publisher of hardbacks only and their books are beautiful. They publish illustrated editions of classics of fiction and non fiction. While some may appear to be the same across country borders, there are always specific elements that differ. Brighton rock graham greene brand new folio society 2015.
British myths and legends folio society threevolume set author richard barber formatbinding hardcover book condition new new jacket condition new quantity available 1 edition first edition9th printing binding hardcover publisher the folio society keywords richard barber british myths and legends folio society threevolume set bookseller. Explore the legends and myths of the ancient world, get reacquainted with classic fairytales, or enjoy modern retellings of your favourite stories in these beautifully illustrated collectors editions. The british isles have a long tradition of tales of gods, heroes and marvels, hinting at a mythology once as relevant to the races which settled the islands as the greek and roman gods were to the classical world. Well, theres this publisher that goes above and beyond when it comes to making. Registered in england 06557400, company vat number 5 5978 79. Routledge and sons, 1887, by allan cunningham, contrib. Norse mythology by neil gaiman, the lightning thief by rick riordan, circe by madeline miller, the sea of monsters by. Mar 31, 2015 uk days out with myths and legends day trips the british countryside is steeped in folklore and tales of mystery from down the centuries, turning a rural walk into an adventure through the past. Myths and legends explained, the worlds most enduring myths and legends explored and expained by neil philip previously published as annotated guides. Please use the blue links in the returned items to view a particular item via the folio ref number or search further for the given author, title or illustrator. Beautifully illustrated hardcover books folio society. The books in this series share a thematic theme of classic mythological retellings, and a visually similar design being large 10 x 7 volumes with a quarter leather binding over cloth covered boards, and in most cases contemporary illustrations were commissioned for.
The folio society is a privately owned londonbased publisher, founded by charles ede in 1947 and incorporated in 1971. Beautifully illustrated, finely crafted, the folio society publishes the worlds greatest fiction and nonfiction in editions to treasure for generations. Ebbutt illustrated html with commentary at traditional tales of the english and scottish. It produces illustrated hardback editions of classic fiction and nonfiction books. Barber, richard ed british myths and legends in 3 volumes the origins and the giants, early history of britain, marvels and magic, heroes and saints, history and romance folio society 2002 fine. Buy british myths and legends folio society threevolume set by richard barber, john vernon lord isbn. Explore the legends and myths of the ancient world, get reacquainted with classic fairytales, or enjoy modern retellings of your favourite stories in these. Wise wizards, beautiful princesses and vengeful gods fill the exciting pages of the folio society s fairytales and mythology selection. Readers digest association, 1977 folklore 552 pages. Browse the worlds largest ebookstore and start reading today on the web, tablet, phone, or ereader. Folklore, myths and legends of britain by russell ash.
Folio society 1998 richard barber, richard barber, john vernon lord on. Most of the volumes in this fs series have sold out and are. The folio society history of england book series by multiple authors includes books britannia. The jubilee years, 18871897 by folio society and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Uk days out with myths and legends travel the guardian. Folio society books for sale in uk view 56 bargains. British myths and legends folio society 3 vols richard barber, john vernon lord on. Sir gawain and the green knight is selected from gales academic platform gale researcher. Folio society abebooks abebooks shop for books, art. Folio societys myths and legends series beautifulbooks. T he folio society offers great books from the past and present in deluxe editions whats not to like when charles ede founded the folio society in 1947, his aim was to produce editions. The legends society gender equality program is determined to achieve equal rights for women and girls. Boldmere house, faraday avenue, hams hall distribution park, coleshill, birmingham.
British myths and legends brand new folio society 2005. It is making efforts to provide them equal access to decent work, human rights, knowledge about women protection laws and bills, health care facilities and representation in political and economic decisionmaking processes the gender equality projects are derived from sdg 5 and 8 to meet. You need to be registered and approved to bid at this. Printing the material in two volumes was the correct decision. Beautiful hardcover edition from the folio society in three volumes marvels and magic. The greek myths folio society two volumes in slipcase. Well, theres this publisher that goes above and beyond when it comes to making desirable books. The folio society occupies a unique place in the book publishing market, and has done so since it was first founded in london in 1947.
Because the folio society doesnt sell in bookshops, its important that the book cover is still translated clearly through a photograph, or something as simple as making sure there arent 12 grey books. Readers digest association, 1973 folklore 552 pages. This set is completely unblemished and would therefore make a fantastic gift. Many folio society book covers use the traditional technique of blocking. Specific for all legends and myths is that they have a point of origin.
Selection of folio society books, including british myths. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Published in series with charles van sandwyks bestselling how to see fairies, mr rabbits symphony of nature and other tails is a new folio society treasury of poems and stories, all beautifully illustrated and elaborately decorated. For all these reasons, this folio society edition is a pleasure to read.
The folio society was founded in 1947 by charles ede, christopher sandford of golden cockerel press, and alan bott founder of pan books. It can often times explain why we behave the way we do or why we believe what we do. Ardis books results folio society books and much more. It is completely brand new but has had its shrink wrap.
Myths and legends checklist folio society devotees. See the complete folio society history of england series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. England, scotland, and wales are replete with ancient legends, myths so old their origins are lost in the mists of time. Jan 01, 1973 packed full of fun myths, legends and ghost stories from all over the isles. How the folio society designs incredibly beautiful books. Additionally, the black and white illustrations, font, and text layout are nicely matched to the material. In this section of britain express, you will learn about some of these legends, and find out where to go to see some of the presumed sites where these mythical. I was trying to compile a list of the books the society published in that series, but as i. Legends of warrior kings, noble outlaws, and stirring deeds. The tales drawn together in this book, from a wide range of medieval sources, span the centuries from the dawn of christianity to the age of the plantagenets. Limited, signed, numbered folio society editions of. Nov 17, 2015 t he folio society offers great books from the past and present in deluxe editions whats not to like when charles ede founded the folio society in 1947, his aim was to produce editions.
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