Theories of Mythology

Theories of Mythology
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Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
Total Pages : 352
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ISBN-10 : 0631232486
ISBN-13 : 9780631232483
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Book Synopsis Theories of Mythology by : Eric Csapo

Download or read book Theories of Mythology written by Eric Csapo and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2005-01-24 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Theories of Mythology provides students with both a history of theories of myth and a practical ‘how-to’ guide to interpreting myth, the most elementary form of narrative. Both a history of theories of myth and a practical ‘how-to’ guide to interpreting myth. Introduces the major theories of myth from the nineteenth century to the present day. Covers comparative approaches, psychoanalysis, ritual theories of myth, structuralism, and ideological analysis. Supplies readers with the theoretical tools for imitating each method. Features detailed exemplary readings of familiar myths.


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