Mythological Narratives
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Author |
: Anna Lefteratou |
Publisher |
: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG |
Total Pages |
: 402 |
Release |
: 2017-12-04 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9783110527513 |
ISBN-13 |
: 3110527510 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (13 Downloads) |
Synopsis Mythological Narratives by : Anna Lefteratou
This book is about the bold, beautiful, and faithful heroines of the Greek novels and their mythical models, such as Iphigenia, Phaedra, Penelope, and Helen. The novels manipulate readerly expectations through a complex web of mythical variants and constantly negotiate their adventure and erotic plot with that of traditional myths becoming, thus, part of the imperial mythical revision to which they add the prospect of a happy ending.
Author |
: Sarah Iles Johnston |
Publisher |
: Harvard University Press |
Total Pages |
: 385 |
Release |
: 2018-12-03 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780674185074 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0674185072 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (74 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Story of Myth by : Sarah Iles Johnston
Greek myths have long been admired as beautiful, thrilling stories but dismissed as serious objects of belief. For centuries scholars have held that Greek epics, tragedies, and the other compelling works handed down to us obscure the “real” myths that supposedly inspired them. Instead of joining in this pursuit of hidden meanings, Sarah Iles Johnston argues that the very nature of myths as stories—as gripping tales starring vivid characters—enabled them to do their most important work: to create and sustain belief in the gods and heroes who formed the basis of Greek religion. By drawing on work in narratology, sociology, and folklore studies, and by comparing Greek myths not only to the myths of other cultures but also to fairy tales, ghost stories, fantasy works, modern novels, and television series, The Story of Myth reveals the subtle yet powerful ways in which these ancient Greek tales forged enduring bonds between their characters and their audiences, created coherent story-worlds, and made it possible to believe in extraordinary gods. Johnston captures what makes Greek myths distinctively Greek, but simultaneously brings these myths into a broader conversation about how the stories told by all cultures affect our shared view of the cosmos and the creatures who inhabit it.
Author |
: Robin Waterfield |
Publisher |
: Quercus |
Total Pages |
: 485 |
Release |
: 2013-10-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781623652142 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1623652146 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (42 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Greek Myths by : Robin Waterfield
A highly readable and beautifully illustrated re-telling of the most famous stories from Greek mythology. The Greek Myths contains some of the most thrilling, romantic, and unforgettable stories in all human history. From Achilles rampant on the fields of Troy, to the gods at sport on Mount Olympus; from Icarus flying too close to the sun, to the superhuman feats of Heracles, Theseus, and the wily Odysseus, these timeless tales exert an eternal fascination and inspiration that have endured for millennia and influenced cultures from ancient to modern. Beginning at the dawn of human civilization, when the Titan Prometheus stole fire from Zeus and offered mankind hope, the reader is immediately immersed in the majestic, magical, and mythical world of the Greek gods and heroes. As the tales unfold, renowned classicist Robin Waterfield, joined by his wife, writer Kathryn Waterfield, creates a sweeping panorama of the romance, intrigues, heroism, humour, sensuality, and brutality of the Greek myths and legends. The terrible curse that plagued the royal houses of Mycenae and Thebes, Jason and the golden fleece, Perseus and the dread Gorgon, the wooden horse and the sack of Troy--these amazing stories have influenced art and literature from the Iron Age to the present day. And far from being just a treasure trove of amazing tales, The Greek Myths is a catalogue of Greek myth in art through the ages, and a notable work of literature in its own right.
Author |
: Murat Kalelioğlu |
Publisher |
: Cambridge Scholars Publishing |
Total Pages |
: 160 |
Release |
: 2021-08-10 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781527573666 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1527573664 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (66 Downloads) |
Synopsis Exploration of Mythological Elements in Contemporary Narratives by : Murat Kalelioğlu
Mythology offers a set of cultural codes that have played an essential role in the construction of culture, social life, and identity for the entirety of human history. The transfer of mythological elements to humanity has been achieved through both oral and written narratives in literature. This volume compares the themes of mythological elements used in contemporary narratives with the motifs of classical narratives, and investigates the functions of those elements pursuant to semiotics and narratology.
Author |
: Jack Lule |
Publisher |
: Guilford Publications |
Total Pages |
: 26 |
Release |
: 2001-01-16 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1572306084 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781572306080 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (84 Downloads) |
Synopsis Daily News, Eternal Stories by : Jack Lule
This compelling, often surprising book demonstrates the ways news articles of today draw from age-old tales that have chastened, challenged, entertained, and entranced people since the beginning of time. Through an insightful exploration of hundreds of New York Times articles, award-winning professor and former journalist Jack Lule reveals mythical themes in reporting on topics from terrorist hijackings to Huey Newton, from Mother Teresa to Mike Tyson. Beneath the fresh facade of current events, Lule identifies such enduring archetypes as the innocent victim, the good mother, the hero, and the trickster. In doing so, he sheds light on how media coverage shapes our thinking about many of the confounding issues of our day, including foreign policy, terrorism, race relations, and political dissent. Winner of the MEA's 2002 Lewis Mumford Award for Outstanding Scholarship in the Ecology of Technics
Author |
: Roma Chatterji |
Publisher |
: Taylor & Francis |
Total Pages |
: 214 |
Release |
: 2019-12-05 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781000736977 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1000736970 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (77 Downloads) |
Synopsis Graphic Narratives and the Mythological Imagination in India by : Roma Chatterji
This book explores graphic narratives and comics in India and demonstrates how these forms serve as sites on which myths are enacted and recast. It uses the case studies of a comics version of the Mahabharata War, a folk artist’s rendition of a comic book story, and a commercial project to re-imagine two of India’s most famous epics – the Ramayana and the Mahabharata – as science fiction and superhero tales. It discusses comic books and self-published graphic novels; bardic performance aided with painted scrolls and commercial superhero comics; myths, folklore, and science fiction; and different pictorial styles and genres of graphic narration and storytelling. It also examines the actual process of the creation of comics besides discussions with artists on the tools and location of the comics medium as well as the method and impact of translation and crossover genres in such narratives. With its clear, lucid style and rich illustrations, the book will be useful to scholars and researchers of sociology, anthropology, visual culture and media, and South Asian studies, as well as those working on art history, religion, popular culture, graphic novels, art and design, folk culture, literature, and performing arts.
Author |
: David C. Owens |
Publisher |
: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd |
Total Pages |
: |
Release |
: 2020-06-15 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9789814893503 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9814893501 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (03 Downloads) |
Synopsis Burmese Silver Art: Masterpieces Illuminating Buddhist, Hindu and Mythological Stories of Purpose and Wisdom by : David C. Owens
Burmese master silversmiths produced a magnificent body of work from the mid-19th to the early 20th centuries – the Burmese Silver Age. This aesthetic and functional work is characterized by a unique decorative style and superb technical artistry. Many of the artefacts are embellished with mysterious visual narratives drawn from ancient religious and mythological sources, communicating spiritual beliefs and values that resonate to this day. Burmese silverwork is a distinct and little-known genre of silver art. This book tackles this obscurity by illuminating and describing for the first time 100 Burmese silver artefacts in a stunning photographic gallery. This silverwork – from the Noble Silver Collection – represents some of the rarest and finest quality work from the Burmese Silver Age. The centrepiece gallery of silverwork masterpieces is bookended by two well-illustrated and informative chapters that provide readers with deeper insights into Burmese silverwork: a robust frame of reference chapter summarises the 2,000-year history and cultural tradition of Burmese silverwork; and a chapter following the gallery deciphers the complex and allegorical iconography of the decoration, which gives the reader a deeper appreciation of its religious and cultural meaning and origin. This book captures the great, almost mystical, allure of Burmese silverwork – from the sublime artistry of the decoration, to the extraordinary skill of the silversmith and the profound meaning and importance of the visual narratives. In doing so, Burmese Silver Art takes its place as a definitive reference work for any art historian, collector, expert, student, or general reader interested in this hitherto-overlooked body of noble art.
Author |
: Howard J Sherman |
Publisher |
: Routledge |
Total Pages |
: 382 |
Release |
: 2014-12-18 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781317464181 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1317464184 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (81 Downloads) |
Synopsis Mythology for Storytellers by : Howard J Sherman
Illustrated in full color throughout, this delightful collection puts the riches of world mythology at the fingertips of students and storytellers alike. It is a treaury of favorite and little-known tales from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, Australia, and Oceania, gracefully retold and accompanied by fascinating, detailed information on their historic and cultural backgrounds. The introduction provides an informative overview of mythology, its purpose in world cultures, and myth in contemporary society and popular culture. Mythic themes are defined and the often-misunderstood difference between myth and legend explained. Following this, the main sections of the book are arranged thematically, covering The Creation, Death and Rebirth, Myths of Origins, Myths of the Gods, and Myths of Heroes. Each section begins by comparing its theme cross-culturally, explaining similarities and differences in the mthic narratives. Myths from diverse cultures are then presented, introduced, and retold in a highly readable fashion. A bibliography follows each retelling so readers can find more information on the culture, myth, and deities. Character, geographical, and general indexes round out this volume, and a master bibliography facilitates research. For students, storytellers, or anyone interested in the wealth of world mythology, Mythology: Stories and Themes from Around the World provides answers to common research questions, sources for myths, and stories that will delight, inform, and captivate.
Author |
: Stephen P. Kershaw |
Publisher |
: Robinson |
Total Pages |
: 228 |
Release |
: 2013-02-07 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781472107541 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1472107543 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (41 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Brief Guide to the Greek Myths by : Stephen P. Kershaw
The book leads the reader through these vibrant stories, from the origins of the gods through to the homecomings of the Trojan heroes. All the familiar narratives are here, along with some less familiar characters and motifs. In addition to the tales, the book explains key issues arising from the narratives, and discusses the myths and their wider relevance. This long-overdue book crystallises three key areas of interest: the nature of the tales; the stories themselves; and how they have and might be interpreted. For the first time, it brings together aspects of Greek mythology only usually available in disparate forms - namely children's books and academic works. There will be much here that is interesting, surprising, and strange as well as familiar. Experts and non-experts, adults, students and schoolchildren alike will gain entertainment and insight from this fascinating and important volume.
Author |
: Ralph Kenna |
Publisher |
: Springer |
Total Pages |
: 232 |
Release |
: 2016-09-22 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9783319394459 |
ISBN-13 |
: 3319394452 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (59 Downloads) |
Synopsis Maths Meets Myths: Quantitative Approaches to Ancient Narratives by : Ralph Kenna
With an emphasis on exploring measurable aspects of ancient narratives, Maths Meets Myths sets out to investigate age-old material with new techniques. This book collects, for the first time, novel quantitative approaches to studying sources from the past, such as chronicles, epics, folktales, and myths. It contributes significantly to recent efforts in bringing together natural scientists and humanities scholars in investigations aimed at achieving greater understanding of our cultural inheritance. Accordingly, each contribution reports on a modern quantitative approach applicable to narrative sources from the past, or describes those which would be amenable to such treatment and why they are important. This volume is a unique state-of-the-art compendium on an emerging research field which also addresses anyone with interests in quantitative approaches to humanities.