(P/B) THEORIES OF MYTHOLOGY (ANCIENT CULTURES / SERIES)

Παρουσίαση

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. (From the publisher)