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"The book will be a superb introduction to mythological studies for a long time to come." -William G. Doty, Professor Emeritus at the University of Alabama/Tuscaloosa author of Myth: A Handbook (University of Alabama Press, 2007)
Structured around a typical program of study, Robert Ellwood's accessible introduction covers all the major theories concerning the meaning and interpretation of myth, from structuralist to psychoanalytic, and includes illustrative examples throughout, including modern literary and cinematic myths, from Star Wars to The Lord of the Rings.
Table of Contents
2.Types and Theories of Myth
3.Creation Myths
4.The Hero's Journey:The Warrior
5.The Hero's Journey:The Saviour
6.Eschatological Myth:The End of the World
7.Myths of Evil
8.Nationalistic Myth
9.The Sources of Myth
10.The Psychology of Myth
11.Mythologists
12.Modern Myth
Product details
Published | Feb 04 2009 |
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Format | Hardback |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 184 |
ISBN | 9781847062345 |
Imprint | Continuum |
Dimensions | 9 x 5 inches |
Series | Key Concepts in Religion |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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