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Author : Lorena Laura Stookey
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2004-03-30
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : IND:30000094681180
This book examines 30 common motifs that thread their way through mythological tales across history and around the globe.
Author : Lorena Laura Stookey
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2004-03-30
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780313039379
All around the world, myths address questions that humans have always posed about their origins, their environments, their ultimate destinies, and the meanings of their lives. This book examines 30 common motifs that thread their way through mythological tales across history and around the globe. The themes are presented in alphabetical order, moving from The Afterlife and Animals in Myth to The Underworld, World Tree, and Ymir Motif. Each thematic section defines and discusses a single recognizable motif, compares a number of different mythological traditions, and traces the repeated occurrences of one of these patterns through several different categories of narratives. The discussion of The Afterlife, for example, examines the theme's earliest known occurrences in ancient Mesopotamia and compares them with those in Greek, Aztec, Norse, and other ancient cultures, as well as with contemporary views from Innuit and Polynesian cultures. A glossary provides concise definitions of recurring terms. A list of suggested readings on these topics will further aid students who desire to deepen their knowledge of world mythology.
Author : Evans Lansing Smith, Ph.D.,Nathan Robert Brown
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2008-07-01
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781101047163
Make no myth-take-this book is indispensable. The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology explores the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, monsters and angels of the myths from every corner of the globe. Additionally, it explores the parallels between every culture and the striking similarities in mythic figures and the structure, action, wording, and result of the stories themselves. * Covers Egyptian, Celtic, Teutonic, Norse, Japanese, Mexican, Native American, and other myths * Features information on The Hero's Journey-the cycle of myth according to Jung, Campbell, and others * Appendixes include a glossary of terms and both a general and a subject Index
Author : Thomas J. Sienkewicz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Fiction
ISBN : IND:30000050351471
A compact reference source that offers general readers bibliographic access to significant English-language translations, retellings, and summaries of myths from cultures around the world. While Greek, Roman, Norse, and Arthurian myths are the best known, this bibliography also surveys the less familiar materials containing African, Asian, Oceanian, and American myths. This easy-to-use reference arranges entries geographically and also includes author, illustrator/photographer, and subject indexes.
Author : Roy Willis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Mythology
ISBN : PSU:000045030734
Collection of the most important mythological traditions of the world with more than 500 color photographs, line art, charts, and maps.
Author : Howard J Sherman
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2014-12-18
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781317464181
Illustrated in full color throughout, this delightful collection puts the riches of world mythology at the fingertips of students and storytellers alike. It is a treaury of favorite and little-known tales from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, Australia, and Oceania, gracefully retold and accompanied by fascinating, detailed information on their historic and cultural backgrounds. The introduction provides an informative overview of mythology, its purpose in world cultures, and myth in contemporary society and popular culture. Mythic themes are defined and the often-misunderstood difference between myth and legend explained. Following this, the main sections of the book are arranged thematically, covering The Creation, Death and Rebirth, Myths of Origins, Myths of the Gods, and Myths of Heroes. Each section begins by comparing its theme cross-culturally, explaining similarities and differences in the mthic narratives. Myths from diverse cultures are then presented, introduced, and retold in a highly readable fashion. A bibliography follows each retelling so readers can find more information on the culture, myth, and deities. Character, geographical, and general indexes round out this volume, and a master bibliography facilitates research. For students, storytellers, or anyone interested in the wealth of world mythology, Mythology: Stories and Themes from Around the World provides answers to common research questions, sources for myths, and stories that will delight, inform, and captivate.
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 749 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2018-05-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781465477491
Learn about compelling worlds and characters depicted in myths and legends in The Mythology Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Mythology in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Mythology Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Mythology, with: - More than 80 classics retold and explained in mythology - Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts - A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout - Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding The Mythology Book lets you delve into each myth, discover the meanings behind them, and understand their significance to different cultures worldwide - aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you’ll find global coverage of world myths, profiling everything from the well-known tales of the Greeks, Norsemen, and Egyptians to the legends of the Caribbean, the Americas, Oceania, and East Asia. Your Mythological Questions, Simply Explained Learn about myths in this essential guide, from early creation beliefs to classical hero narratives and the recurring theme of the afterlife. Delve into each myth and discover the meanings behind these stories, getting to the heart of their significance to different cultures worldwide. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the many classic stories, The Mythology Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. Discover Zeus, god of the sky and ruler of the Olympian gods, Loki, the cunning trickster with a knack for causing havoc, Thor with his mighty hammer, and Hades, ruler of the underworld - and much more. The Big Ideas Series With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Mythology Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.
Author : David Bellingham
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 0753450585
A guide to the great myths and legends of the ancient world explains how certain myths developed, explores common themes shared by different regions, and includes the more diverse cultures of Siberia, India, and the Amazon.
Author : David Seal,Sharon K. Smith
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781725268005
Mythology and religious-studies teachers will appreciate World Mythology for its thematic approach, historical background information, commentary, and discussion questions provided for each myth from a range of geographic regions. For the same reasons, any reader interested in mythology will enjoy the contents and format of the book.
Author : Edgerton Skyes,Alan Kendall,Egerton Sykes
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2014-02-04
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781136414374
First published in 2001. Part of the Routledge Who's Who series, this is an accessible, authorative and enlightening definitive biographical guides to a range of subjects. Focusing on mythology, this book provides a uniquely comprehensive guide to world mythology beyond Greece and Rome with over 2,500 accessible and detailed entries. A complete historical and cultural context of each entry covering a wide geographical scope, from the Near East and Europe to Asia, the Americas, Australasia and Africa. Presented in an easy to use A-Z format this is the ideal reference resource for anyone interested in mythology.
Author : Theresa Bane
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-18
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780786471119
Fairies have been revered and feared, sometimes simultaneously, throughout recorded history. This encyclopedia of concise entries, from the A-senee-ki-waku of northeastern North America to the Zips of Central America and Mexico, includes more than 2,500 individual beings and species of fairy and nature spirits from a wide range of mythologies and religions from all over the globe.
Author : Michael Jordan
Publisher : Trafalgar Square Publishing
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1856261565
Author : Donna Rosenberg
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Mythology
ISBN : 0844255661
Author : Arthur Cotterell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Mythology
ISBN : 9780192177476
Author : Parragon Books
Publisher : Parragon Pubishing India
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Mythology
ISBN : 1445417642
Covers the myths and traditions, as well as social and cultural influences behind civilizations all around the world.
