Introduction to Mythology: Contemporary Approaches to Classical and World Myths - Couverture souple

Thury, Eva M.; Devinney, Margaret K.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 019985923X ISBN 13 : 9780199859238

Editeur : Oxford Univ Pr, 2012

Synopsis

Integrating original texts with explanations, interpretations, and theory, Introduction to Mythology: Contemporary Approaches to Classical and World Myths, Third Edition, introduces students to a wide range of myths drawn from sources all around the world and approached from various critical perspectives. The third edition strengthens its global coverage with two new chapters: Chapter 11, "Mesoamerica: Popol Vuh," and Chapter 43, "The Vampire as Hero: Tales of the Undead in a Contemporary Context." An innovative pedagogical structure helps students students discern the complex web of literary allusions that characterize mythological texts. New! A "Myths Across the World" foldout map at the front of the text shows the regional distribution of all the myths discussed in the book New! A global locator map at the beginning of each chapter situates the myths in their geographical context Running margin notes provide cross-references and explanations of terms A glossary of deities, an illustrated timeline, and suggested readings offer additional resources A vibrant art program features more than 200 illustrations, photographs, and maps SUPPLEMENTS A Student's Website at oup/us/thury contains chapter objectives and summaries, key terms, study questions, self-tests, flashcards, and related links

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Oxford Univ Pr
• Date d'édition: 2012
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 019985923X
• ISBN 13: 9780199859238
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 3
• Nombre de pages: 757
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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