Items related to Myths of Creation
Synopsis
An exploration of mythology, religious belief, and scientific theory on the origins of the universe. A classic study of mythology, this examination investigates stories from all continents and ages—with all their startling similarities and contrasts—to reveal the workings of the human mind and imagination. Philip Freund provides revealing insight into the universality of ideas and faith by examining a wide range of texts such as the Old Testament, the Upanishads, and Gilgamesh in his search for parallels between creation fables. The analysis estimates, for example, that more than 500 flood legends have been told by more than 250 tribes and peoples from around the world. Also featured are clear presentations of the theories of towering figures such as Freud, Jung, Frazer, Campbell, and Malinowski who have proposed variously that myths are primitive history based on literal fact, a means of expressing profound tribal wisdom and psychological and sexual truth, or that they represent a search for kinship with the animal and vegetable world. Fascinating and erudite, this revered book ranks among the select handful of core texts in any mythology collection.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Philip Freund is a novelist, poet, documentary film writer, and playwright as well as essayist, literary critic, and anthropologist. He is a Professor Emeritus at Fordham University, New York, and he has taught and lectured on drama and related subjects at other universities.
Review
"Philip Freund has a style of lovely simplicity...the sure mark of a man who knows what he is doing."
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherPeter Owen Publishers
- Publication date2003
- ISBN 10 0720612020
- ISBN 13 9780720612028
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Edition number3
- Number of pages256
- Rating
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Myths of Creation
Stock Image
Myths of Creation
Published by
Peter Owen Publishers, United Kingdom, London, 2003
ISBN 10: 0720612020
ISBN 13: 9780720612028
Used
Paperback
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR004021246
Quantity: 2 available
Seller Image
Myths of Creation
Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Seller Inventory # wbs1222644893
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Myths of Creation (super 3rd edition hardback in very good dust jacket)
Seller: The Spoken Word, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 3rd Edition. Published by Peter Owen Publishers in 2003, here is the 3rd edition hardback printing of Philip Freund's MYTHS OF CREATION. 304 pages, illustrations, black cloth binding, silver spine lettering, the book is in very good condition with some general age browning throughout. The dust jacket is also very good. Seller Inventory # 12212
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Myths of Creation
Published by
Peter Owen Publishers, London, 2003
ISBN 10: 0720612020
ISBN 13: 9780720612028
Used
Hardcover
Seller: SAVERY BOOKS, Brighton, East Sussex, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. HARDBACK IN JACKET. Clean & tight. No inscriptions. Jacket is now under clear removable covers. Dispatched ROYAL MAIL FIRST CLASS with TRACKING next working day or sooner securely boxed in cardboard. ref g2. Myths of Creation by Philip Freund. Published by Peter Owen, London. Seller Inventory # 037549
Quantity: 1 available