David Adams Leeming Book order

An interesting and lively book that contains articles on heros, villains, mythologists and mythological approaches.

The authors explore the sources of Britain's variegated folkloric tradition to discover how this body of seemingly unrelated tales developed. They uncover a virtual battlefield of myths in which Pagan and Judeo-Christian beliefs fought for dominance.

Exploring the rich tapestry of Native North American mythology, this collection introduces readers to lesser-known figures such as Coyote, Spider Woman, and Falling Sky Woman. It offers retellings of significant myths, including the epic of the Blessingway, highlighting the cultural depth and storytelling traditions that often remain overshadowed by classical texts. This work aims to broaden the understanding of North American folklore and its importance in the region's cultural heritage.

This is a biography of James Baldwin, author, one-time preacher and civil rights activist. David Leeming, a close friend and colleague, traces Baldwin's life from his birth in Harlem in 1924, his self-imposed exile in Europe, his later years as political activist to his public funeral in 1987.

Examines the universal themes of myths from cultures ranging from ancient Egypt and Greece to Christianity and modern science, analyzing how different cultures and societies have addressed fundamental human concerns and experiences.