Ancient Symbology in Fantasy Literature - A Psychological Study (Paperback, New)

Archetypal symbols in ancient myths as well as the folktales, nursery stories, and fairytales of the Middle Ages are the blueprints of modern fantasy literature. This book explores the modern dreamscape of present-day fantasy, using the ancient myths and traditional fairytales as guides and shining the light of psychological insight onto every symbolic figure and theme encountered. Chapters are dedicated to all of the significant archetypes: heroes and princesses, fairy godmothers and evil witches, wizards and dark lords, magic, and magical beasts are all explored. The analyses and interpretations are informed by classic psychoanalytic studies; the fantasy literature examined in this book include the most popular and influential works in the genre.

General

Imprint:	McFarland & Company
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	May 2012
First published:	September 2012
Authors:	William Indick
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 13mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	203
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-0-7864-6039-7
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Myths & mythology Books > Language & Literature > Literature: history & criticism > Literary studies > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > Customs & folklore > Folklore Books > Religion & Spirituality > Myths & mythology
LSN:	0-7864-6039-3
Barcode:	9780786460397

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