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_aHartland, Edwin Sidney, _d1848-1927 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe legend of Perseus, Volume 3 (of 3) |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2023 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2023-07-07 | ||
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| 520 | _a"The Legend of Perseus, Volume 3: Andromeda, Medusa" by Edwin Sidney Hartland is an analytical study of traditional narratives, customs, and beliefs surrounding the myth of Perseus, written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the broader folklore and variations of the Perseus saga, emphasizing the themes of heroism and the rescue of maidens, particularly Andromeda, while exploring its connections to human sacrifices in various cultures. It also addresses the mythology of Medusa and other key figures, drawing from a multitude of global narratives to provide a comprehensive context of how these legends have evolved. At the start of this volume, the author sets the stage for an examination of the iconic incident involving the rescue of Andromeda, traditionally linked to the hero Perseus. Hartland outlines the universal motifs found within this tale, such as the theme of human sacrifice to monstrous creatures and the subsequent hero's battle against these beasts. He analyzes different cultural interpretations of the story, illustrating how the elements of the narrative reflect broader human practices across various societies. Through this exploration, Hartland seeks to uncover the underlying meanings and historical significance of the Perseus legend and its characters, establishing a foundation for further discussion in the chapters to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_pOriginally published: _cUnited Kingdom: David Nutt in the Strand, 1896 |
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| 653 | _aRites and ceremonies | ||
| 653 | _aPerseus (Greek mythological character) | ||
| 653 | _aFolklore -- Classification | ||
| 653 | _aAndromeda, Princess, daughter of Cepheus, King of Ethiopia (Mythological character) | ||
| 653 | _aMedusa (Gorgon) | ||
| 856 | 4 | _uhttps://archive.org/details/legendofperseuss03hart | |
| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71141 |
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