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Essays on a Science of Mythology

The Myth of the Divine Child and the Mysteries of Eleusis
By C.G. Jung and Carl Kerényi and Karl Kerényi
Series: Bollingen Series
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Essays on a Science of Mythology offers an introduction to the interior world of mythic consciousness. Written by renowned thinkers C. G. Jung and Karl Kerényi, it has become a classic reference for students of Greek religion and depth psychology alike.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for students and scholars of mythology, psychology, and Greek religion, as well as readers interested in the symbolic and archetypal dimensions of myth.

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Contributes an essay on the "Divine Child" and one on the "Kore" (the Maiden), together with an introduction and conclusion. This work also contains a psychological commentary on each essay. It aims to elevate the study of mythology to the status of a science.

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This introduction to the interior world of mythic consciousness has gone through many popular editions and become a classic point of reference for students of Greek religion as well as depth psychology.

When referencing the title, avoid putting it in quotes or speech marks. Read Essays on a Science of Mythology with an eye for understanding the profound insights it provides into the mythical world and its psychological implications.

Series: Bollingen Series

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Critics have praised the book for its abundance of interesting and occasionally suggestive detail. The undeniable importance and fascination of Jung's exploration of archetypes stand out, as highlighted by the Sewanee Review.

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ISBN: 9780691017563

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 October 1969

Country: United States

Imprint: Princeton University Press

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 208

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C. G. Jung Carl Kerényi Education & Reference Karl Kerényi Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality Series: Bollingen Series

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