Myth: A HandbookBloomsbury Academic, 2004 M06 30 - 208 páginas A type of folklore, myth is central to all cultures. Myths convey serious truths learned over generations and provide practical advice for living within a society. And while many myths go back to antiquity, they are also an important part of popular culture. Because they are so fundamental to civilization, myths are studied in a range of disciplines and at all levels. This reference is a comprehensive but convenient introduction to the role of myth in world cultures. |
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Two Definitions and Classifications | 11 |
Three Examples and Texts | 39 |
Four Scholarship and Approaches | 101 |
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