Hero A Study in Tradition, Myth and Drama

Name: Hero A Study in Tradition, Myth and Drama
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ISBN: 9780486427089

ISBN-10: 0486427080

ISBN-13: 9780486427089

Edition: 2003

Authors: Fitzroy Richard Somerset Raglan, Lord Raglan

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Heroic figures, invested with a common pattern that satisfies the human desire for idealization, are the focus of this intriguing study of legendary characters—from Oedipus and King Arthur to heroes of the Trojan War and Robin Hood. A fascinating study that will appeal to students of folklore, mythology, and history.

Book details

List price: $14.95
Copyright year: 2003
Publisher: Dover Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 2/17/2011
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 336
Size: 5.50" wide x 8.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.792
Language: English




Tradition



The Basis of History



The Traditional Pedigree



Local Tradition



Robin Hood



The Norse Sagas



King Arthur



Hengist and Horsa



Cuchulainn



The Tale of Troy



Traditions of Other Lands



Myth



The Genesis of Myth



The Folk-tale



Myth and Ritual



Myth and Ritual



Myth and Ritual--The Tale of Troy



The Hero



The Hero



The Hero



Myth and the Historic Hero



Drama



The Basis of Drama



The Language of the Drama



Age and Time



Dress and Setting



Shape-shifting and Talking Animals



The Royal Hero



The Spielman



The Ritual Drama


Bibliography


Index