by Robert Segal
Very Short Introductions by Robert Segal, looks at the origins of the study of myths, and how they have been applied to the arts and sciences. Reveals how a variety of theories can be applied to ancient myths, but also to modern mythology.
Explores the function of myths, and their subject matter Considers the work of prominent thinkers such as Albert Camus, Claude Lévi-Strauss, Roland Barthes, C. G. Jung, and Sigmund Freud.
The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly.
Paperback
Book contains: 160 pages.
Dimensions: 17.53 x 11.3 x 0.23cm
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