Jean Menzies

Lady Viviane leaves the lakes of the far North for the splendour of Camelot to capture the heart and hand of the young prince, Arthur. But it is Arthur’s sister Morgan who captures Viviane’s eye. Fierce and headstrong, Morgan sees another path – one she and Viviane can carve for themselves in this world built for knights and kings. But in this kingdom no one is as they seem. And when Arthur pulls the legendary sword from the stone, his closest allies will do all they can to tear Viviane and Morgan apart. CAN THEIR LOVE SURVIVE THE DARK FORCES AT WORK IN CAMELOT?

Was Ovid a surprising champion of women's sexual pleasure? Or did he just want them to fake it? Where did the British Museum curators hide the most pornographic of frescoes? And what exactly was the phallic wooden object excavated in 90's Northumberland? In APHRODISIA, Dr Jean Menzies dives into the hidden history of women's sexuality in Ancient Greece and Rome. The classical world stretched across the Mediterranean for more than a millennium, its people and cultures wide and varied and its sexual proclivities equally so. Yet so often when we read about sex in antiquity it is about the men folk first and foremost: which brothels they were visiting, how they balanced wives and lovers, and what they got up to in the gymnasium. Delving into the literature, art and artefacts of the ancient world, from sex toys to seduction tips to kink, Dr Jean Menzies instead centres women and their desire. In doing so, she uncovers the many faces of women's sexuality over the course of thousands of years, and asks intriguing, and sometimes provocative questions about women, sex and desire today.

Ancient Greece was rich with stories of queer love and genderfluid identity--but what can these ancient stories tell us about our contemporary world? Tales as old as antiquity--whether the love affair of Achilles and Patroclus, the genderfluid Tiresias, or the infamous Heracles--are still capturing our imaginations thousands of years later. But was antiquity's relationship with queer folk more complicated than we now imagine? Historian Jean Menzies dives into the world of queer readings and retellings of Greek mythology, inviting readers to discover the power to be found in remaking these narratives, time and again. From explorations of gender and identity across millennia, to celebrating queer love in its many forms, All the Violet Tiaras carves a space for queer stories to be told with all the complexity and tenderness they deserve--and a goddess or two thrown in for good measure.

IN A LAND OF KNIGHTS AND KINGS, TWO WOMEN WILL REWRITE THE RULES OF LOVE AND MAGICA spellbinding sapphic reimagining of the myths of Camelot from award-winning historian and YouTube sensation Jean Menzies.'A fierce, luminous and captivating reimagining of Arthurian legend that pairs feminist resistance with a scorching sapphic romance. The Lady of The Lake had me completely under its spell’ BEA FITZGERALD--When Lady Viviane leaves the lakes of the far North for the splendour of Camelot, she knows the destiny her father has planned for her. To capture the heart and hand of the young prince, Arthur. To bring her family richness and glory. But it is Arthur’s sister Morgan who captures Viviane’s eye. Fierce and headstrong, Morgan sees another path – one she and Viviane can carve for themselves in this world built for knights and kings. Now everything has shifted and changed. Under the guidance of the court sorcerer Merlin, she discovers magical powers within herself. And before long, she finds her friendship with Morgan deepening to the first flush of love. But in Camelot, eyes are everywhere and no one is as they seem. The quest for power breeds darkness and danger, and when Arthur pulls the legendary sword from the stone and rises to King, his closest allies will ask terrible things of Viviane and Morgan – striving to tear them apart for their own ends. And if they cannot find their way back to each other, Camelot itself could fall . . .--Readers have been enchanted by The Lady of the Lake'This was a BEAUTIFUL sapphic retelling’ ***** Reader Review'Beautifully written and really made you think. Loved it!’ ***** Reader Review'This was absolutely beautiful. The story, the world building and the chemistry between these characters was superb. Beautiful' ***** Reader Review'Wow wow wow wow... This is my first 5 star read of 2025 and I won’t be surprised if its in 2025 top reads at the end of the year!' ***** Reader Review

Una colecci n de 20 mitos del antiguo Egipto ilustrados y narrados para ni os de 7 a 9 a os. Desde la creaci n del mundo hasta los primeros faraones, este libro recorre toda la mitolog a del antiguo Egipto. Al pasar sus p ginas, los peque os lectores aprender n datos y elementos fascinantes de la cultura y religi n egipcias mientras se divierten leyendo aventuras llenas de poderosos dioses y diosas, criaturas monstruosas, villanos y hechizos m gicos. Anima a tus hijos a aprender con este libro de cuentos de Egipto En su interior, encontrar s: M s de 20 fascinantes mitos egipcios, desde los cl sicos hasta los menos conocidos. Una gu a de pronunciaci n muy pr ctica que enumera todos los nombres para aprender a leerlos y pronunciarlos con facilidad. Una secci n de referencia que contiene informaci n detallada y datos curiosos de la historia de Egipto. Viaja al inframundo Duat, vuela a lomos de la vaca celestial y descubre los secretos de la tumba de Tutankam n Este libro de cuentos es el regalo perfecto para los ni os amantes de la mitolog a y de la historia, y m s concretamente, de esta gran civilizaci n del mundo: la egipcia. --------------------------------------- A beautifully illustrated collection of 20 ancient Egyptian Myths retold for children aged 7-9. Delve into a world of monstrous creatures, magical spells, and warring gods in this thrilling compendium of ancient Egyptian myths. With 20 exciting tales alongside fascinating historical information, this is a must-have introduction for young readers interested in one of the world's great early civilizations. From the world's creation to the first pharaohs, this book charts the full sweep of ancient Egyptian mythology, revealing fascinating elements of culture and religion along the way. The enthralling stories introduce mighty gods and wicked villains, while a handy reference section contains information about the ancient Egyptians. Encourage your children to explore: Over 20 fascinating Egyptian myths, covering famous classics and lesser-known storiesA handy pronunciation guide listing all difficult-to-pronounce names for the reader's convenienceKey reference pages combine the appeal of a story collection with essential reference informationIt's time to dive into the Duat underworld, ride into the sky on the back of the heavenly cow, and discover the secrets of the pharaoh's tombs. Egyptian Myths bring the world of ancient Egypt to life and are the perfect gift for children who love history and mythology.

Ad ntrate en el mundo m gico de la mitolog a y conoce la historia de las diosas y mujeres m s poderosas de todos los tiempos: desde sirenas y hadas hasta aguerridas guerreras y divinidades de la antigua Grecia Sabes c mo la hechicera Medea ayud a dormir al drag n que cuidaba del vellocino de oro, o c mo la diosa japonesa Ame-No-uzume salv al mundo de la oscuridad eterna? Quieres conocer la historia de Hua Mulan, la guerrera que inspir la peli de Disney? Una fant stica recopilaci n de relatos, mitos y leyendas protagonizadas por intr pidas hero nas, diosas, criaturas m gicas y otros apasionantes personajes femeninos, narrados como cuentos y extraordinariamente ilustrados. - Un regalo perfecto para ni os de 7 a 9 a os con inter s por la mitolog a cl sica y universal.- Incluye m s de 30 incre bles relatos: cl sicos populares e historias menos conocidas.- Retrata m s de 80 mujeres de leyenda de todas las culturas del mundo.- Con originales ilustraciones a todo color en cada p gina. Un precioso libro ilustrado que despertar la curiosidad de los m s peque os y har las delicias de toda la familia. Discover the stories of goddesses and other powerful women shared throughout the ages in this beautifully illustrated compendium for children. With profiles of over 80 goddesses, heroines, and legendary women featured, this is a must-have introduction to the key female figures from cultures all over the world. More than 30 beloved stories are retold by award-winning author Jean Menzies, with striking illustrations bringing these magical myths and tales to life. Find out how Japanese goddess of the dawn Ame-no-Uzume saved the day by dancing; how ancient Greek witch Medea helped to defeat a dragon; and how legendary Celtic warrior Sc thachtrained the hero C Chulainn to fight. Inside the pages of this mythical book for kids, you can find: - More than 80 profiles of women - combining the appeal of narrative stories with core-reference material.- A wide selection of stories - some well-known myths and legends and, some less well-known- Foil on the front jacket and spine make this book an attractive gift to be treasured. Goddesses and Heroines is the ideal book for children aged 7-9 with foil on the cover and stunning illustrations throughout. Children will love exploring the tales by themselves or as bedtime stories.

Discover thrilling tales from ancient mythology with this box set containing 3 books: Greek Myths, Norse Myths and Egyptian Myths. Ancient Myths Collection is the ideal box set for children interested in the history and mythology of ancient Greece, the Vikings, and the ancient Egyptians. Each book features a mix of 20 or more exciting stories, including classic favourites - such as the Greek myth Pandora's Jar, the Norse legend The Binding of Fenrir, and the Egyptian myth Horus and the Snake. The tales are told in lively, easy-to-understand language and are brought to life with stylised illustrations. This ancient myths box set for kids offers: - Three books containing an engaging collection of ancient myths and the history from different cultures.- Information and key facts presented in bite-sized chunks for children aged 7-9, supported by illustrations and profiles to explore each topic.- A collection of stories with gripping narratives and tales of gods, heroes, monsters and magic. This collection of ancient myths is retold for children, with profile pages covering the need-to-know information about key characters, and reference chapters delve into the background of each culture, exploring topics such as Greek art, Norse storytelling, and the pharaohs of Egypt. The pronunciation guides at the back of each book help with new names and the glossaries explain tricky words.

Discover thrilling tales from ancient mythology with this box set containing 3 books: Greek Myths, Norse Myths and Egyptian Myths. Ancient Myths Collection is the ideal box set for children interested in the history and mythology of ancient Greece, the Vikings, and the ancient Egyptians. Each book features a mix of 20 or more exciting stories, including classic favorites - such as the Greek myth Pandora's Jar, the Norse legend The Binding of Fenrir, and the Egyptian myth Horus and the Snake. The tales are told in lively, easy-to-understand language and are brought to life with stylized illustrations. This ancient myths box set for kids offers: - Three books containing an engaging collection of ancient myths and the history from different cultures.- Information and key facts presented in bite-sized chunks for children aged 7-9, supported by illustrations and profiles to explore each topic.- A collection of stories with gripping narratives and tales of gods, heroes, monsters, and magic. This collection of ancient myths is retold for children, with profile pages covering the need-to-know information about key characters, and reference chapters delve into the background of each culture, exploring topics such as Greek art, Norse storytelling, and the pharaohs of Egypt. The pronunciation guides at the back of each book help with new names and the glossaries explain tricky words.

For a period in time that gave us Sappho, and the love affair of Achilles and Patroclus, the Ancient Greek relationship with queer folk is a lot more complicated than at first glance. Yet ancient Greek myths are being told anew by LGBTQ+ writers and readers to explore modern day queer joy and queer struggles.

Forskellige kulturer, religioner og mennesker opfatter nogle gange de samme begivenheder forskelligt. Nogle af historierne er hellige og afspejler menneskers tro i fortid og nutid. Fortællinger om gudinder og heltinder har ændret sig i tidens løb, men de er stadig fascinerende på hver deres måde. Denne samling af 80 spændende fortællinger handler om en lang række inspirerende kvindeskikkelser, lige fra gudinder, magiske væsener og mennesker, som alle bør kende. Følg MULAN i kamp, oplev RHIANNONS magi, og stå ansigt til ansigt med heksen BABA JAGA! Læs også:Nordiske guder

The perfect gift for teenagers and young women - a beautifully illustrated book of goddess life lessons, myths and legends. For centuries, cultures around the world celebrated tales and myths of daring and brave goddesses. These twenty-one legendary ladies were tenacious, smart and strong. Meet...· Osun, the Yoruba goddess of love who stands up to those who believe women are less important than men· Rhiannon, the Welsh queen of fairies who won't let anyone make decisions for her and instead follows her heart· Freyja, the Norse goddess of love and death who sets boundaries and is comfortable with being a single independent womanThese rich and often forgotten female stories of the ancient past will inspire you to be just as confident, courageous, fierce and fearless in the future. 'With an ancient, earnest heart, Live like a Goddess continues a venerable tradition of reading myth not just for fun but for personal enrichment. I am warmed by these diverse tales and their lessons in ambition, wisdom and courage' - Amy Jeffs, author of the bestselling Storyland"Menzies presents gem-like stories of powerful women, lifting them up to guide future generations. A gorgeous reclamation of our human heritage." Luna McNamara, author of Psyche and Eros

A beautifully illustrated collection of profiles of more than 80 goddesses and other powerful women retold for children aged 7-9. Delve into a world of key female figures from all over the world in this thrilling compendium of goddesses and heroines. With more than 30 stories about goddesses and powerful women, this is a must-have introduction for young readers interested in female figures from different cultures. This collection of tales for children aged 7-9 includes stories like how Japanese goddess of the dawn Ame-no-Uzume saved the day by dancing and how ancient Greek witch Medea helped to defeat a dragon. The enthralling stories introduce famous figures from around the world, while a handy reference section is packed with information about the goddesses and heroines themselves. Perfect for children aged 7 to 9, this collection contains more than 30 beloved stories retold by award-winning author Dr Jean Menzies, with striking illustrations bringing the tales to life. This book on goddesses for children offers: - Over 80 profiles of women in mythology, covering famous classics and lesser-known stories.- Striking illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Katie Ponder.- A handy pronunciation guide listing all difficult-to-pronounce names for the reader's convenience.- Stunning gold foil on the cover, making it a wonderful gift for children into mythology.- More than 30 stories, combining the appeal of a story collection with key reference information. It's time to dive into the underworld of powerful women from religion and myth, from famous figures such as the warrior Mulan, to lesser-known characters like the ancient Greek queen Alcestis. Goddesses and Heriones brings the world of legendary women to life and is the perfect gift for children who love history and mythology. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not complete the collection Discover the secrets of the pharohs tombs with Egyptian Myths, read extraordinary stories from Ancient Greece with Greek Myths, and uncover action-packed tales of extraordinary creatures and compelling gods, goddesses and more with Norse Myths.