The Myth Of The Birth Of The Hero

The Myth Of The Birth Of The Hero: A Psychological Interpretation Of Mythology (1914) is a book written by Otto Rank, a prominent psychoanalyst of the early 20th century. In this book, Rank explores the psychological significance of the myth of the birth of the hero, which is a common theme in many mythologies around the world. Rank argues that the myth of the birth of the hero is a reflection of the human psyche and its desire for transcendence and self-realization. He examines the various elements of this myth, such as the miraculous conception, the divine or supernatural parentage, and the heroic deeds of the hero, and shows how they relate to the psychological processes of individuation and transformation.Rank draws on examples from a wide range of mythologies, including Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and Norse, as well as from folklore and literature. He also discusses the influence of this myth on modern culture, particularly in the realm of literature and the arts.Overall, The Myth Of The Birth Of The Hero: A Psychological Interpretation Of Mythology is a seminal work in the field of psychoanalytic literary criticism and a fascinating exploration of the human psyche and its relationship to myth and storytelling.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.