Book description
Not just the stories, but what they mean. Are myths really the repositories of deep wisdom and mystical secrets?
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What 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…
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1 author picked The Meaning of Myth as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This book not only tells the tales but also points out their significance for us today. The author is a psychiatrist and so there is a profound psychological approach to un-packing what is going on.
The book covers not the entire sweep of Greek myths, but instead focuses on just 12, and what a brilliant selection it is: ranging from the well-known myth of Narcissus to the less well-known Plato’s myth of Er. Fascinating stuff.
From James' list on understand and enjoy Greek myths.
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