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Myth of the Birth of the Hero : A Psychological Interpretation of Mythology (1914) by Otto Rank (2010, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherKessinger Publishing
ISBN-101166155625
ISBN-139781166155629
eBay Product ID (ePID)125677717

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Book TitleMyth of the Birth of the Hero : a Psychological Interpretation of Mythology (1914)
Number of Pages108 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2010
TopicGeneral
GenreLiterary Collections
AuthorOtto Rank
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.2 in
Item Weight5.6 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in

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Dewey Decimal202.13
SynopsisThis scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger PublishingAcentsa -a centss Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for e, The Myth of the Birth of the Hero is a book written by Otto Rank and published in 1914. It is a work of psychological interpretation of mythology, exploring the universal patterns and themes found in myths across different cultures and time periods. Rank argues that the hero's journey, as depicted in myth, is a reflection of the psychological journey of the individual, particularly in the process of individuation. The book examines various myths and legends, including those of Oedipus, Moses, and Buddha, and analyzes the symbolism and meaning behind their narratives. Rank also explores the role of the mother in the hero's journey, arguing that the mother's relationship with the hero is a significant factor in his psychological development. Overall, The Myth of the Birth of the Hero is a seminal work in the field of mythological studies, offering a psychological perspective on the enduring power and significance of myth.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.