The Great Myth (1922)

By John Couchois Wright

Book Overview

The Great Myth (1922) is a non-fiction book written by John Couchois Wright. The book explores the concept of myth and its role in shaping human society and culture. Wright argues that myths are not just stories or legends, but they are powerful tools that shape our beliefs, values, and behaviors. He examines various myths from different cultures and historical periods, including Greek, Roman, Norse, and Christian myths. The author also discusses the impact of myths on art, literature, and philosophy. The book is written in a scholarly style and provides a comprehensive analysis of the topic. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of mythology and its influence on human society.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104391848
• ISBN13: 9781104391843
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"