Theories of Myth
Thomas J. Sienkewicz
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Description for Theories of Myth
hardcover. Lists the most important English-language studies of myth theory, which attempt to answer the questions: What is 'myth?' How does it function in human society, and how is it to be interpreted? Series: Magill Bibliographies S. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSA; GBCR; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 144 x 18. Weight in Grams: 435.
Theories of Myth, a companion to the author's World Mythology: An Annotated Guide to Collections and Anthologies (Scarecrow Press and Salem Press, 1996), has been written to serve the needs of college undergraduates, high school students, and general readers approaching the study of myth for the first time. Whereas the earlier volume describes the plethora of anthologies, collections, and general introductions to myth from around the world, Theories of Myth lists the most important English-language studies of myth theory, which attempt to answer the questions: What is "myth?" How does it function in human society, and how is it to ... Read more
Theories of Myth, a companion to the author's World Mythology: An Annotated Guide to Collections and Anthologies (Scarecrow Press and Salem Press, 1996), has been written to serve the needs of college undergraduates, high school students, and general readers approaching the study of myth for the first time. Whereas the earlier volume describes the plethora of anthologies, collections, and general introductions to myth from around the world, Theories of Myth lists the most important English-language studies of myth theory, which attempt to answer the questions: What is "myth?" How does it function in human society, and how is it to ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
Series
Magill Bibliographies S.
Number of Pages
240
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780810833883
SKU
V9780810833883
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About Thomas J. Sienkewicz
Thomas J. Sienkewicz is the Minnie Billings Capron Professor of Classics at Monmouth College in Monmouth, Illinois. He is the author of numerous books and articles.
Reviews for Theories of Myth
...annotations following each citation are well written and informative... fills a need by providing citations in one place for various interdisciplinary theoretical approaches and patterns of myth interpretation. With its global scope and emphasis on broad overviews, this general bibliography is a recommended source for undergraduates and others new to the study of myth theory.
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