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The myth of the birth of the hero
Book • 1952
Otto Rank's "The Myth of the Birth of the Hero" explores the psychological significance of birth narratives in mythology.
Rank examines the common themes and symbols found in these stories, highlighting their connection to the individual's psychological development.
He argues that the hero's journey is a metaphor for the individual's struggle to achieve autonomy and self-realization.
The book is a significant contribution to the field of psychoanalysis and has influenced subsequent studies of mythology and the human psyche.
It offers a unique perspective on the relationship between mythology and individual experience.
Rank examines the common themes and symbols found in these stories, highlighting their connection to the individual's psychological development.
He argues that the hero's journey is a metaphor for the individual's struggle to achieve autonomy and self-realization.
The book is a significant contribution to the field of psychoanalysis and has influenced subsequent studies of mythology and the human psyche.
It offers a unique perspective on the relationship between mythology and individual experience.
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Joseph Campbell
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