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The Meaning Of Myth: With 12 Greek Myths Retold And Interpreted By A Psychiatrist (Ancient Wisdom)
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Not Just The Stories, But What They Mean. Are Myths Really The Repositories Of Deep Wisdom And Mystical Secrets?Readers Favorite Book Award Winnerwhat Is Myth, And Why Does It Have Such A Hold On The Human Mind? How Does Myth Relate To Near Forms Such As Legend And Fairy Tale, And To Other Modes Of Understanding Such As Religion And Science? What Is A Hero, What Is A Monster, And What Function Does Magic Serve? How Has Our Relationship With Myth And Mythology Changed Over The Centuries? And Are There Any Modern Myths?These Are A Few Of The Fascinating Questions That Psychiatrist And Philosopher Neel Burton Explores In The First Part Of This Book. In The Second Part, He Puts Theory Into Practice To Unravel 12 Of The Most Captivating Greek Myths, Including Echo And Narcissus, Eros And Psyche, And Prometheus And Pandora (See The Full Contents List Below).These Myths Have Been Haunting Us For Millennia, But Are They Really, As Has Been Claimed, The Repositories Of Deep Wisdom And Mystical Secrets? Get Your Copy Now To Find Out.Staggeringly Exquisite The Meaning Of Myth By Neel Burton Is Teaching And Writing At Its Most Superb And Is As Entertaining As You Could Ever Wish For. Readers' Favorite ?????In This Fascinating Read, Psychiatrist And Philosopher Neel Burton Unpacks 12 Popular Talesfrom Eros And Psyche To Orpheus And Eurydiceto Explore The Meaning Of Myth In Todays Society And Its Relation To Life, Science, And Religion. Bookbub (Featured New Release)Burtons Erudition Is Apparent Throughout This Highly Readable Construction, Balanced By A Personable Style And Subtle Humor. The Us Review Of Books (Recommended)Accessible And Entertaining... Burton Expounds Some Of The Most Intriguing Greek Myths To Shed Light On This Fascinating Expression Of The Human Imagination. Armand D'Angour, Classical Scholar And Author Of Socrates In Loveburton Is Never Short Of An Interesting And Sharp Judgment. Prof Peter Toohey, Psychology Todayburtons Writing Blends Deep Knowledge Of His Subject With Lively Anecdote And A Genuine Concern For How We Might Draw On The Insights Of Psychology And Philosophy To Live A Better Life. Highly Recommended! Dr Gareth Southwell, Philosopher And Writerabout The Authordr Neel Burton Frsa Is A Psychiatrist, Philosopher, And Winelover Who Lives And Teaches In Oxford, England. He Is A Fellow Of Greentempleton College In The University Of Oxford, And The Recipient Of The Society Of Authors Richard Asher Prize, The British Medical Associations Young Authors Award, The Medical Journalists Association Open Book Award, And A Best In The World Gourmand Award. His Work Has Featured In The Likes Of Aeon, The Spectator, And The Times, And Been Translated Into Several Languages.Contentspart I: The Meaning Of Myth1. In The Beginning Was The Word2. Myth, Legend, Fable, And Fairy Tale3. Myth, Religion, And Ritual4. Myth And Science5. The History Of Myth And Mythology6. Myth, Metaphor, And Allegory7. Platos Myths8. Magic9. Heroes10. Monsters11. Misogyny12. Myth In The Modern Worldpart Ii: 12 Myths Decoded13. Echo And Narcissus14. Eros And Psyche15. Seers And Oracles: Teiresias, Cassandra, And Laocon16. Chiron, The Wounded Healer17. Pygmalion, The Passionate Artist18. Prometheus, The Fallen Rebel19. Orpheus And Eurydice20. Mother Goddesses: Demeter And Persephone21. Perseus And Medusa22. Theseus And The Minotaur23. Dionysus, The Twiceborn Liberator24. Platos Myth Of Er
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: This book has two hundred six pages. It offers a comprehensive exploration of Greek myths and their meanings.
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- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the category of Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends, and Mythology. It focuses on Greek myths and their interpretations.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author is Dr. Neel Burton, a psychiatrist and philosopher. His expertise enriches the analysis of the myths presented.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book by purchasing or borrowing it from a library. It is designed for anyone interested in mythology and psychology.
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- Q: Can I use this book for academic purposes? A: Yes, this book can be used for academic studies in literature, psychology, or philosophy. It provides in-depth analysis and interpretations.
- Q: What is the reading level of this book? A: The reading level is suitable for high school students and above. It includes complex themes that require critical thinking.
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- Q: What should I do if I have trouble understanding the content? A: If you find the content challenging, consider joining a book club or discussion group. Engaging with others can enhance understanding.
- Q: Are there any similar books to this one? A: Yes, you can explore other mythological interpretations, such as 'Mythos' by Stephen Fry or 'The Power of Myth' by Joseph Campbell.