REQUIRED TEXTBOOK.
The World of Myth: An Anthology.
Author: David A. Leeming. Oxford U. Press,
2nd ed., 2014 (paperback). ISBN-10: 0199316368
ISBN-13: 978-0199316366.
Note: The earlier edition is similar but not identical in content and presentation. For required readings it is your responsibility to learn the material we refer to
from the editions listed here.
Other readings, and resources provided, as assigned.
The following books are Optional, for enrichment (not required):
Essential Visual History of World Mythology. Author: National Geographic. Washington, D.C. 2008 (hardcover). 6.5 x 5.” Organized by region.
Color illustrations, gods, summaries, special topics.
Print.
The Power of Myth, by Joseph Campbell with Bill Moyers. Interview format. Focus on psychological and symbolic aspects of myths. Anchor Books 1988 ed. (ISBN 0-385-41886-8) is un-illustrated paperback edition. Other illustrated editions, CDs, DVDs, etc. are available.
A Short History of Myth, Karen Armstrong. 2006.
ISBN 978-1841958002. Broad age view history of spiritual aspects of myth, in conflict with rational.