Myth: A Handbook
- ISBN-10
- 0313326967
- ISBN-13
- 9780313326967
- Series
- Myth
- Category
- Myth
- Pages
- 196
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2004
- Publisher
- Greenwood Publishing Group
- Author
- William G. Doty
Description
A type of folklore, myth is central to all cultures. Written by a leading authority and of use to high school students, undergraduates, and general readers, this reference offers a convenient overview of the role of myth around the world. The volume defines and classifies types of myth and provides examples from different cultural traditions. It then overviews various approaches to studying myth. This is followed by a look at myth in relation to its contexts, such as religion, politics, and popular culture. The volume closes with a bibliography of print and electronic resources and a glossary.
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