The epic hero
Dean A. Miller
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The epic hero
Published
2003
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Pages
520
ISBN-13
9780801877926
Description
"Drawing on diverse disciplines including classics, anthropology, psychology, and literary studies, this product of twenty years' scholarship provides a detailed topology of the hero in western myth: birth, parentage, familial ties, sexuality, character, deeds, death, and afterlife. Dean A. Miller examines the place of the hero in the physical world (wilderness, castle, prison cell) and in society (among monarchs, fools, shamans, rivals, and gods). He looks at the hero in battle and quest; at his political status; and at his relationship to established religion. The book spans western epic traditions, including Greek, Roman, Nordic, and Celtic, as well as the Indian and Persian legacies. A large section of the book also examines the figures who modify or accompany the hero: partners, helpers (animal and sometimes monstrous), foes, foils, and even antitypes."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The epic hero?
This edition of The epic hero has approximately 520 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The epic hero?
For most readers, The epic hero typically takes between 10h 50m and 7h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 130,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 18 days • Estimated word count: 130,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The epic hero?
The estimated word count for The epic hero is approximately 130,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The epic hero?
The epic hero was written by Dean A. Miller.
When was The epic hero published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.