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_aFiske, John, _d1842-1901 |
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_aMyths and Myth-Makers : _bOld Tales and Superstitions Interpreted by Comparative Mythology |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1997 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 1997-10-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Charles Keller, and David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"Myths and Myth-Makers" by John Fiske is a collection of essays first published in the late 19th century that explores the nature and roots of mythology through comparative analysis. The book delves into how myths are not just fantastical stories but are deeply rooted in the historical and psychological experiences of mankind, revealing their shared origins across different cultures. Fiske aims to present these concepts in an engaging way, drawing attention to the common thread that lies within various mythologies and folk tales. At the start of the work, Fiske introduces the concept of folklore by discussing the famous legend of William Tell and his shooting of an apple off his son's head. He argues that despite Tell's popularity, the story lacks historical basis and is likely a myth shared in various forms across cultures. Fiske continues to illustrate this point by comparing it to similar narratives found in many regions, indicating that these tales reflect deeper human truths rather than factual events. He emphasizes that legends and myths serve to explain the natural world and human experience, leading to a fascinating exploration of how these narratives have evolved over time and across different peoples. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aFolklore | ||
| 653 | _aMythology | ||
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