Classical Mythology: The BasicsRoutledge, 28 avr. 2016 - 184 pages 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
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. |
Table des matières
Stories that stay | 1 |
Talking of gods | 39 |
Heroic dimensions | 67 |
Interpreting myths symbols and societies | 103 |
Myths media memories | 133 |
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