Eliade, Mircea
Mito y Realidad
- ISBN 13:
- 9788472454491
- author:
- Eliade, Mircea
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Editorial Kairos
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 648
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 13 centimetres (0.80 kg)
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Mircea Eliade considers myth to be "a sacred reality". For him, it is not just an image of the past, but an instrument used by humans to perceive the sacred. This idea is explored in depth through Eliade's examination of various mythologies from ancient Greece and Rome, Australia's indigenous cultures, Hindu scriptures, medieval Europe, and modern art movements. Eliade's work offers a comprehensive understanding of myth, one that is both accessible to non-specialists and grounded in rigorous scholarship. The book features extensive references to erudite sources, demonstrating Eliade's expertise in the field. By exploring the concept of renewal across different cultures and time periods, including its significance in primitive mythology, Eastern religions, and modern thought, Eliade sheds new light on the enduring power of myth. A valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the role of myth in human culture, Mito y realidad is a thought-provoking exploration that challenges readers to consider the ways in which myth continues to shape our perceptions of the world.
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