Myth

Fiction & Literature, Literary Theory & Criticism
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Author: K. K. Ruthven ISBN: 9781351630382
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: July 20, 2017
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: K. K. Ruthven
ISBN: 9781351630382
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: July 20, 2017
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

First published in 1976, this book provides a helpful introduction to the study of myth as a concept and its relationship to literature. It examines historically some of the leading theories concerning the nature and origins of myth and, with reference to a wide variety of texts, illustrates the relevance of these theories to literature. It also considers the different ways in which myths have been perceived over time, both positive and negative, and the effect this has had on the production of new mythologies. It concludes with an assessment if the problems created by the presence of myth in literature and its use as a tool of literary criticism.

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First published in 1976, this book provides a helpful introduction to the study of myth as a concept and its relationship to literature. It examines historically some of the leading theories concerning the nature and origins of myth and, with reference to a wide variety of texts, illustrates the relevance of these theories to literature. It also considers the different ways in which myths have been perceived over time, both positive and negative, and the effect this has had on the production of new mythologies. It concludes with an assessment if the problems created by the presence of myth in literature and its use as a tool of literary criticism.

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