Part 1. The nature of myths. Problems of definiton -- The relation of myths to folktales -- Five monolithic theories -- Myths as products of the psyche -- Part 2. The Greek myths. Greek myths in literature -- Myths of the gods and the early history of
men -- The heroes -- The mythical life of Heracles -- The development of the hero-myth -- Part 3. Influences and transformations. Myths and rituals -- The influence of Western Asia on Greek myths -- From myths to philosophy?
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