About this title: The figure of Merlin has seen a revival in recent years, especially in the form of cultural icons such as Obi wan Kenobi, Gandalf and Dumbledore. This fascinating new book looks at the two main Merlin traditions: the cosmic Merlin of the stars, part of the Arthurian legends; and the earthly Merlin of nature, grounded in human history. Gordon Strachan, author of "Jesus the Master Builder", takes us on a compelling journey through Merlin's stories. He discovers a remarkable pattern: Merlin-esque characters, and events relating to Merlin, reappear throughout British history in roughly 700-year ...
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Floris Books
Date Published: 2006
ISBN-13:9780863155536ISBN:0863155537
Description: Very Good. Paperback With Shelf Wear To The Edges & Corners Of The Cover. Clean Pages. Great Customer Service. We Stand Behind All Of Our Products. read more
Binding: Trade Paper
Publisher: Floris Books, Edinburgh
Date Published: 2006
ISBN-13:9780863155536ISBN:0863155537
Description: Very Good. 0863155537 Used 172 pages, Index, B/W Photos & Illustrations, Map. Clean inside & out, very light edge & corner wear. Contents include: Charles Carter's Theory of Piscean Epochs; Merlin and ARthur in Star Lore; Arthur's Merlin and Merlin's Arthur; The Other Merlin, Merlin of the Woods; Renaissance of Wonder; Michael Scott and Thomas the Rhymer; Finding Your Cosmic Birthday. read more
Description: This fascinating new book looks at the two main Merlin traditions: the cosmic Merlin of the stars and part of the Arthurian legends; and the earthly Merlin of nature, grounded in human history. Gordon Strachan describes a remarkable pattern? Merlin figures, and events relating to Merlin, reappear again and again throughout British history, in roughly 700-year cycles. He considers various areas of history in which we see this pattern emerging, while challenging readers to find their own links to ... read more
Description: Please note that deliveries to addresses in the UK and Europe will be in 4-14 business days. Other countries should refer to Alibris standard times. This fascinating new book looks at the two main Merlin traditions: the cosmic Merlin of the stars and part of the Arthurian legends; and the earthly Merlin of nature, grounded in human history. Gordon Strachan describes a remarkable pattern? Merlin figures, and events relating to Merlin, reappear again and again throughout British history, in ... read more
Binding: PB
Publisher: Floris Books
Date Published: 2006
ISBN-13:9780863155536ISBN:0863155537
Description: NEAR FINE. Paperback, 176pp., NEW, Looks at the two Merlin traditions and discovers that Merlin figures such as Gandalf and Dumbledore return every 700 years. Floris NEW. read more
Description: PLEASE NOTE that we do not offer expedited shipping. Orders placed with the priority shipping option will automatically be canceled. This fascinating new book looks at the two main Merlin traditions: the cosmic Merlin of the stars and part of the Arthurian legends; and the earthly Merlin of nature, grounded in human history. Gordon Strachan describes a remarkable pattern? Merlin figures, and events relating to Merlin, reappear again and again throughout British history, in roughly 700-year ... read more
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