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Book The Presence and Power of the Hero Theme in Cultural Myth  A Reflection of a Culture s Values

Download or read book The Presence and Power of the Hero Theme in Cultural Myth A Reflection of a Culture s Values written by Anthony Jaramillo and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2016-04-20 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essay from the year 2015 in the subject Cultural Studies - Basics and Definitions, grade: 1, , course: Mythology, language: English, abstract: In this study the author explores how myths can reveal a culture’s value system and what they believe an ideal member of their society would be like. Though there are many similarities between the hero myths from each culture, their differences are what will convey the unique attributes and beliefs of a specific culture. This research addresses issues of myth origins and the social interplay between myth and the individuals of a culture. The hero myth has always played a major role in popular culture and has influenced thousands of stories that have been told and written in novels, movies, as well as comic books. The hero figure is so deeply embedded in the collective social conscience that it is hard to believe what a society would look like without it. Because of the profound impact the hero has on a culture, a researched study on its influence at the individual, societal and even global level yields an abundance of information that inform other areas of study such as psychology, religiosity, biology and many more.

Book Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists

Download or read book Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists written by and published by . This book was released on 1966-06 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists is the premier public resource on scientific and technological developments that impact global security. Founded by Manhattan Project Scientists, the Bulletin's iconic "Doomsday Clock" stimulates solutions for a safer world.

Book The Myth of the Birth of the Hero

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 The Myth of the Birth of the Hero

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 Organizational Culture and Leadership

Download or read book Organizational Culture and Leadership written by Edgar H. Schein and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-07-16 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Regarded as one of the most influential management books of all time, this fourth edition of Leadership and Organizational Culture transforms the abstract concept of culture into a tool that can be used to better shape the dynamics of organization and change. This updated edition focuses on today's business realities. Edgar Schein draws on a wide range of contemporary research to redefine culture and demonstrate the crucial role leaders play in successfully applying the principles of culture to achieve their organizational goals.

Book In Quest of the Hero

Download or read book In Quest of the Hero written by Otto Rank and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 1990-11-21 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Quest of the Hero makes available for a new generation of readers two key works on hero myths: Otto Rank's Myth of the Birth of the Hero and the central section of Lord Raglan's The Hero. Amplifying these is Alan Dundes's fascinating contemporary inquiry, "The Hero Pattern and the Life of Jesus." Examined here are the patterns found in the lore surrounding historical or legendary figures like Gilgamesh, Moses, David, Oedipus, Odysseus, Perseus, Heracles, Aeneas, Romulus, Siegfried, Lohengrin, Arthur, and Buddha. Rank's monograph remains the classic application of Freudian theory to hero myths. In The Hero the noted English ethnologist Raglan singles out the myth-ritualist pattern in James Frazer's many-sided Golden Bough and applies that pattern to hero myths. Dundes, the eminent folklorist at the University of California at Berkeley, applies the theories of Rank, Raglan, and others to the case of Jesus. In his introduction to this selection from Rank, Raglan, and Dundes, Robert Segal, author of the major study of Joseph Campbell, charts the history of theorizing about hero myths and compares the approaches of Rank, Raglan, Dundes, and Campbell.

Book Mythology

    Book Details:
  • Author : David Adams Leeming
  • Publisher : Oxford University Press
  • Release : 1998-05-28
  • ISBN : 0198028105
  • Pages : 289 pages

Download or read book Mythology written by David Adams Leeming and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1998-05-28 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What makes something mythic? What do mythic events and narratives have to do with us? In Mythology, David Leeming offers an unusual and effective approach to the subject of mythology by stressing universal themes through myths of many cultures. This anthology collects a wide array of narrative texts from the Bible to English literature to interpretations by Joseph Campbell, C.G. Jung, and others, which illustrate how myths serve whole societies in our universal search for meaning. Leeming illustrates the various stages or rites of passage of the mythic universal hero, from birth to childhood, through trial and quest, death, descent, rebirth, and ascension. The arrangement of texts by themes such as "Childhood, Initiation and Divine Signs," "The Descent to the Underworld," and "Resurrection and Rebirth" strip mythic characters of their many national and cultural "masks" to reveal their archetypal aspects. Real figures, including Jesus and Mohammed, are also included underlining the theory that myths are real and can be applied to real life. This edition is updated to include additional heroine myths, as well as Navajo, Indonesian, Indian, Chinese, and African tales.

Book The Hero

    Book Details:
  • Author : FitzRoy Richard Somerset Raglan
  • Publisher : Courier Corporation
  • Release : 2003-01-01
  • ISBN : 9780486427089
  • Pages : 340 pages

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 Passion of the Western Mind

Download or read book Passion of the Western Mind written by Richard Tarnas and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2011-10-19 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[This] magnificent critical survey, with its inherent respect for both the 'Westt's mainstream high culture' and the 'radically changing world' of the 1990s, offers a new breakthrough for lay and scholarly readers alike....Allows readers to grasp the big picture of Western culture for the first time." SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE Here are the great minds of Western civilization and their pivotal ideas, from Plato to Hegel, from Augustine to Nietzsche, from Copernicus to Freud. Richard Tarnas performs the near-miracle of describing profound philosophical concepts simply but without simplifying them. Ten years in the making and already hailed as a classic, THE PASSION OF THE WESERN MIND is truly a complete liberal education in a single volume.

Book The Hero

    Book Details:
  • Author : Lord Raglan
  • Publisher : Courier Corporation
  • Release : 2013-05-27
  • ISBN : 0486317145
  • Pages : 336 pages

Download or read book The Hero written by Lord Raglan and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2013-05-27 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heroic figures, all with the human desire for idealization in common, are the focus of this study — from Oedipus and King Arthur to heroes of the Trojan War and Robin Hood.

Book The Myth of the Birth of the Hero

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  • Author : Professor Otto Rank
  • Publisher : Legare Street Press
  • Release : 2023-07-18
  • ISBN : 9781019368633
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book The Myth of the Birth of the Hero written by Professor Otto Rank and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this influential work, Rank explores the origins and meanings of the hero myth in various cultures and civilizations. He argues that this myth speaks to something deep and universal in the human psyche, and that it is an expression of our deepest fears and aspirations. This book has been highly influential in the field of Jungian psychology and continues to be an important work in the study of mythology and folklore. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Book The Hero

    Book Details:
  • Author : Dorothy Norman
  • Publisher : Anchor
  • Release : 1990
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 280 pages

Download or read book The Hero written by Dorothy Norman and published by Anchor. This book was released on 1990 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Myth of the birth of the hero

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 Great Heroes of Mythology

Download or read book Great Heroes of Mythology written by Petra Press and published by Metro Books. This book was released on 1997 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of stories from different cultures that demonstrate the diverse roles heroes play in mythology.

Book American Hero Myths

Download or read book American Hero Myths written by Daniel G Brinton and published by . This book was released on 2024-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Embark on a captivating exploration of American folklore and mythology with Daniel G. Brinton's enlightening study, 'American Hero Myths'. In this groundbreaking work, Brinton delves into the rich tapestry of heroic tales that have shaped the cultural landscape of the United States, offering insight into the myths and legends that have captured the imagination of generations. From the legendary exploits of Paul Bunyan and John Henry to the heroic deeds of Native American warriors and pioneers, Brinton traces the evolution of American heroism from its roots in indigenous traditions to its modern incarnations. With meticulous research and engaging prose, he uncovers the universal themes and motifs that underlie these stories, revealing the timeless truths that resonate across cultures and eras. But 'American Hero Myths' is more than just an academic treatise; it is a celebration of the American spirit and the enduring power of storytelling. Brinton's passion for his subject shines through on every page, inviting readers to rediscover the heroes of their youth and to explore the myths and legends that continue to shape the American identity. Whether you're a scholar of folklore or simply a lover of great stories, 'American Hero Myths' offers a treasure trove of wisdom and wonder to enrich your understanding of the American experience. Join Daniel G. Brinton on a journey of discovery and adventure, where the heroes of the past come alive and the myths of the present take on new meaning."

Book The Hero

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  • Author : John Lash
  • Publisher : Thames & Hudson
  • Release : 1995
  • ISBN : 9780500810477
  • Pages : 96 pages

Download or read book The Hero written by John Lash and published by Thames & Hudson. This book was released on 1995 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the mythological properties assigned to geometric forms, and covers the Golden Section, gnomonic spirals, music, and the squaring of the circle.

Book Dissertation Abstracts International

Download or read book Dissertation Abstracts International written by and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: