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?Unusually accessible and useful . . . An eyeopener to readers into the universality and importance of myth in human history and culture.?William E. Paden, Chair, Department of Religion, University of VermontFor as long as human beings have had language, they have had myths. Mythology is our earliest form of literary expression and the foundation of all history and morality. Now, in Parallel Myths, classical scholar J. F. Bierlein gathers the key myths from all of the world's major traditions and reveals their common themes, images, and meanings.Parallel Myths introduces us to the star players in the world's great mythsnot only the twelve Olympians of Greek mythology, but the stern Norse Pantheon, the mysterious gods of India, the Egyptian Ennead, and the powerful deities of Native Americans, the Chinese, and the various cultures of Africa and Oceania. Juxtaposing the most potent stories and symbols from each tradition, Bierlein explores the parallels in such key topics as creation myths, flood myths, tales of love, morality myths, underworld myths, and visions of the Apocalypse. Drawing on the work of Joseph Campbell, Mircea Eliade, Carl Jung, Karl Jaspers, Claude L?viStrauss, and others, Bierlein also contemplates what myths mean, how to identify and interpret the parallels in myths, and how mythology has influenced twentiethcentury psychology, philosophy, anthropology, and literary studies.?A firstclass introduction to mythology . . . Written with great clarity and sensitivity.?John G. Selby, Associate Professor, Roanoke College
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Parallel Myths? A: The main theme of Parallel Myths is to explore the common themes, images, and meanings found in the myths of various cultures around the world, highlighting their universality and significance in human history.
- Q: Who is the author of Parallel Myths? A: The author of Parallel Myths is J.F. Bierlein, a classical scholar known for his work on mythology and its implications.
- Q: What are some of the cultures covered in Parallel Myths? A: Parallel Myths covers myths from several cultures, including Greek, Norse, Indian, Egyptian, Native American, Chinese, and various African and Oceanic cultures.
- Q: How does Parallel Myths compare different mythologies? A: Parallel Myths juxtaposes key myths from different traditions, exploring parallels in creation myths, flood myths, morality tales, and apocalyptic visions among others.
- Q: What can I learn from reading Parallel Myths? A: Readers can gain insights into the similarities and differences in mythological narratives across cultures, as well as an understanding of how these myths have shaped human thought in areas like psychology, philosophy, and literature.
- Q: Is Parallel Myths suitable for beginners in mythology? A: Yes, Parallel Myths is described as a first-class introduction to mythology, written with clarity and sensitivity, making it accessible for beginners.
- Q: What is the publication date of Parallel Myths? A: Parallel Myths was published on October 11, 1994.
- Q: How many pages does Parallel Myths have? A: Parallel Myths has a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of Parallel Myths? A: Parallel Myths is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from Parallel Myths? A: Students, educators, and anyone interested in mythology, literature, or cultural studies would benefit from reading Parallel Myths.