Classical mythology
"This is an engaging introduction which explores the latest thinking about Classical mythology, the history of interpreting myths and the role of myths in cultural tradition, from painting to opera, philosophy, politics, drama, and religion in the modern day. It answers such questions as: what are ancient myths and who invented them; where do gods come from; what makes a hero; how is Classical myth used in the modern world; and what approaches are there to the study of myth? Featuring further r…
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- Full title :Classical mythology / Richard Martin.
Summary
"This is an engaging introduction which explores the latest thinking about Classical mythology, the history of interpreting myths and the role of myths in cultural tradition, from painting to opera, philosophy, politics, drama, and religion in the modern day. It answers such questions as: what are ancient myths and who invented them; where do gods come from; what makes a hero; how is Classical myth used in the modern world; and what approaches are there to the study of myth? Featuring further reading and case studies from antiquity to the modern day, this is an essential introduction to the myths which have been a fundamental part of Western culture throughout history.
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- Publication Date:2016.
- Edition:First edition
Publication Statements
- Publisher(s):Routledge Taylor & Francis Group
- Place of Publication:London
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:2016.
The Physical Object
- Description:xii, 172 pages : : illustrations ; : 20 cm
Edition Identifiers
- ISBN:9780415715034, 0415715032, 9780415715027, 0415715024
- oclc:ocn993655683
- LC Classification:BL783
- Dewey Decimal:292.1/3
Table of Contents
Stories that stay -- Talking of gods -- Heroic dimensions -- Interpreting myths: symbols and societies -- Myths, media, memories.
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