Charles M. Skinner

It is unthinkingly said and often, that America is not old enough to have developed a legendary era, for such an era grows backward as a nation grows forward. No little of the charm of European travel is ascribed to the glamour that history and... Lire la suite

Varla Ventura, Coast to Coast favorite, Weird News blogger on Huffington Post, and author of The Book of the Bizarre and Beyond Bizarre, introduces Weiser Books’ new Collection of forgotten occult classics. Paranormal Parlor is an eerie assemblage... Lire la suite

Originally published in 1911, this early work by Charles M. Skinner is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It delves deep into the mythology of the natural world and uncovers legends of times long forgotton. This is a fascinating... Lire la suite

The kind reception of Mr. Skinner's first volume has encouraged him to go beyond the territory of the United States for material for a fresh collection ; and this material he now embodies in a small-sized but rather closely printed book of " Myths... Lire la suite

When one thinks of classic fairy tales and folklore, it's usually the enchanted forests of Europe that spring to mind. But in Charles M. Skinner's Myths and Legends of Our Own Land, the author proves that scrappy upstart America is an equally rich... Lire la suite

"Myths and Legends of Our Own Land" is a collection of American folklore and legends, compiled and retold by author Charles M. Skinner. The book features stories, divided into regional chapters, covering tales from various parts of the United States... Lire la suite

In "Myths and Legends of Our Own Land '— Complete," Charles M. Skinner masterfully compiles a rich tapestry of American folklore that spans the diverse cultural landscape of the United States. The book blends narrative storytelling with a scholarly... Lire la suite

Myths and Legends of Our Own Land, by Charles M. Skinner.

In "Myths and Legends of Our Own Land — Complete," Charles M. Skinner presents an extensive anthology of American folklore that weaves together the rich tapestry of myths, legends, and tales endemic to the United States. This compendium showcases... Lire la suite

Myths and Legends of Our Own Land
by Charles M. Skinner An excerpt from the book - In 1786 a little building stood at North Bend, Ohio, near the junction of the Miami and Ohio Rivers, from which building the stars and stripes were flying. It was... Lire la suite

It is unthinkingly said and often, that America is not old enough to have developed a legendary era, for such an era grows backward as a nation grows forward. No little of the charm of European travel is ascribed to the glamour that history and... Lire la suite

Charles M. Skinner wrote at approximately the time that the frontier closed. It was a time when the US was starting to enter the world stage, and was in the process of building a national, as well as a number of regional mythologies. In the process,... Lire la suite

The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore,... Lire la suite

Discover the enchanting tales of America's rich folklore in "Myths and Legends of our Own Land (Part 1)," a timeless collection revised for the modern reader by Sara Larson. Originally penned by Charles M. Skinner in 1896, this captivating volume... Lire la suite

"Myths And Legends Of Our Own Land" by Charles M Skinner is a compliation of myths, legends, and tales from US history.

Another classic converted by eBooksLib.com. New York was New Amsterdam when Dolph Heyliger got himself born there, a graceless scamp, though a brave, good-natured one, and being left penniless on his father's death he was fain to take service with... Lire la suite

In the book, Skinner delves into the rich cultural heritage of these regions, examining the traditional stories, myths, and legends that have been passed down through generations. He explores the beliefs, customs, and superstitions of the indigenous... Lire la suite