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Book Synopsis The Hero with a Thousand Faces by : Joseph Campbell
Download or read book The Hero with a Thousand Faces written by Joseph Campbell and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 1988 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A study of heroism in the myths of the world - an exploration of all the elements common to the great stories that have helped people make sense of their lives from the earliest times. It takes in Greek Apollo, Maori and Jewish rites, the Buddha, Wotan, and the bothers Grimm's Frog-King.
Book Synopsis The Myth of the Birth of the Hero by : Otto Rank
Download or read book The Myth of the Birth of the Hero written by Otto Rank and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-25 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Myth of the Birth of the Hero is a book by German psychoanalyst Otto Rank in which the author puts forth a psychoanalytical interpretation of mythological heroes, specifically with regard to legends about their births. The book comprises three parts. In the first section, Rank introduces his topic of investigation; In the work's second section, Rank closes analyzes myths about the births of Sargon of Akkad, Moses, Karna, Oedipus, Paris, Telephos, Perseus, Dionysus, Gilgamesh, Cyrus the Great, Trakhan, Tristan, Romulus, Hercules, Jesus, Sigurd, Lohengrin, and Sceafa. In the final section, Rank lays out a rough outline that he claims can be applied to almost all mythical birth stories.
Book Synopsis Outlaw Heroes in Myth and History by : Graham Seal
Download or read book Outlaw Heroes in Myth and History written by Graham Seal and published by Anthem Press. This book was released on 2011-07-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an overview and analysis of the global tradition of the outlaw hero. The mythology and history of the outlaw hero is traced from the Roman Empire to the present, showing how both real and mythic figures have influenced social, political, economic and cultural outcomes in many times and places. The book also looks at the contemporary continuations of the outlaw hero mythology, not only in popular culture and everyday life, but also in the current outbreak of global terrorism.
Book Synopsis In Search of Myths & Heroes by : Michael Wood
Download or read book In Search of Myths & Heroes written by Michael Wood and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this companion to a forthcoming PBS series, Wood journeys to some of the remotest places on earth in search of four of mankind's most powerful myths: Shangri-La, Jason and the Golden Fleece, the Queen of Sheba, and King Arthur.
Download or read book Heroes written by Stephen Fry and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2020-06-02 with total page 371 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this sequel to the bestselling Mythos, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry moves from the exploits of the Olympian gods to the deeds of mortal heroes. Perseus. Jason. Atalanta. Theseus. Heracles. Rediscover the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths. Whether recounting a tender love affair or a heroic triumph, Fry deftly finds resonance with our own modern minds and hearts. Illustrated throughout with classical art inspired by the myths, this gorgeous volume invites you to explore a captivating world with a brilliant storyteller as your guide. • Each adventure is infused with Fry's distinctive voice and writing style. • Connoisseurs of the Greek myths will appreciate this fresh-yet-reverential interpretation, while newcomers will feel welcome. • Retellings brim with humor and emotion. "Mostly Chiron saw in the child, and the young man he became, boundless courage, athleticism, intelligence, and ambition. He saw too lots of words beginning with 'self,' which gave him pause. Self-belief, self-possession, self-righteousness, self-confidence, self-love. Perhaps these characteristics are as necessary to a hero as courage." In Heroes, Fry draws out the humor and pathos in both tender love affairs and heroic battles, and reveals each myth's relevance for our own time. • A collector's edition filled with classical art inspired by the myths and a luxe, foil-stamped jacket • Perfect gift for mythology and history buffs, lovers of ancient Greece, art aficionados, and devoted fans of Stephen Fry • Add it to the shelf with books like Circe by Madeline Miller, Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman, and Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes by Edith Hamilton
Book Synopsis Heroes of the Dawn by : Fergus Fleming
Download or read book Heroes of the Dawn written by Fergus Fleming and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enter the Celtic world of gods, goddesses, & the cosmos, where King Arthur pulled a sword from a stone. Here, with maps & historical overviews, are some of the most powerful & unforgettable Celtic stories ever told. A dramatic series that captures, culture by culture, the information that never makes it into the history books: strange stories, mystic rites, angry gods, vision quests.
Book Synopsis Wonder Woman and the Heroes of Myth by : Steve Korte
Download or read book Wonder Woman and the Heroes of Myth written by Steve Korte and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2017-12-11 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hercules. Zeus. Athena. These legendary heroes of mythology have captivated people for thousands of years. But did you know they also play a part in the life and adventures of Wonder Woman? Get ready to explore how Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and other world mythologies are woven into the fabric of the Princess of the Amazons’ backstory. The connections will surprise you!
Book Synopsis Heroes & Monsters of Greek Myth by : Bernard Evslin
Download or read book Heroes & Monsters of Greek Myth written by Bernard Evslin and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 1967 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A retelling of all the great tales of Greek mythology in language that is simple, swift and highly dramatic.
Book Synopsis The Myth of the Birth of the Hero by : Otto Rank
Download or read book The Myth of the Birth of the Hero written by Otto Rank and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Hero's Journey by : Joseph Campbell
Download or read book The Hero's Journey written by Joseph Campbell and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2003 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Joseph Campbell, arguably the greatest mythologist of our time, was certainly one of our greatest storytellers.
Book Synopsis Heroes & Heroines Myths & Tales by :
Download or read book Heroes & Heroines Myths & Tales written by and published by Flame Tree Collections. This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our worldwide storytelling heritage is vast and varied and yet contains common threads, themes and motifs running throughout the many legends, whether they hail from the dusty plains of Africa or the cherry-blossom-blanketed hills of Japan. This astonishing anthology, in Flame Tree’s covetable series of myths and tales, gathers together the most iconic and entertaining tales of adventure and daring from around the world. From Perseus the Gorgon-Slayer of Greek myhology, and the exploits of Frithiof the Bold of Norse saga fame, to the tragic tale of Irish heroine Deirdre, these exciting stories vibrate with the heart and soul of age-old narrative. An extended introduction is followed by four main sections, with mythic stories from Mexico, Egypt, India and more: Tales of Warriors, Travel & Adventure; Heroes & Heroines in Literature & Poetry; Legends of the Gods, Demigods & Culture Heroes; Leading Ladies & Affairs of the Heart.
Download or read book Heroes written by Stephen Fry and published by Michael Joseph. This book was released on 2018-11 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Herakles, the Hero of Thebes, and Other Heroes of the Myth by : Zénaïde Ragozin
Download or read book Herakles, the Hero of Thebes, and Other Heroes of the Myth written by Zénaïde Ragozin and published by Litres. This book was released on 2021-12-02 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Herakles, the Hero of Thebes, and Other Heroes of the Myth" by Zénaïde A. Ragozin, Mary E. Burt. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Book Synopsis Heroes of Myth by : Lillian Louise Price
Download or read book Heroes of Myth written by Lillian Louise Price and published by . This book was released on 1902 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Myth of the birth of the hero by : Otto Rank
Download or read book The Myth of the birth of the hero written by Otto Rank and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Hero by : FitzRoy Richard Somerset Raglan
Download or read book The Hero written by FitzRoy Richard Somerset Raglan and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heroic figures, invested with a common pattern that satisfies the human desire for idealization, are the focus of this intriguing study of legendary characters — from Oedipus and King Arthur to heroes of the Trojan War and Robin Hood. A fascinating study that will appeal to students of folklore, mythology, and history.
Book Synopsis Heroes of Myths and Legends by : David West
Download or read book Heroes of Myths and Legends written by David West and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2011-08-15 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Famous heroes from ancient myths are put to the test in this thrilling volume. Heroic figures, from Odysseus to Mulan, duke it out, while fascinating historical information is revealed. This fact-filled book explores the magical stories associated with each character, including their origins and greatest mythical feat. Exciting text and enthralling illustrations keep young readers interested.
