<i>Theories of Mythology</i> provides students with both a history of theories of myth and a practical 'how-to' guide to interpreting myth, the most elementary form of narrative. <br><ul><br><li>Both a history of theories of myth and a practical 'how-to' guide to interpreting myth. <br><li>Introduces the major theories of myth from the nineteenth century to the present day. <br><li>Covers comparative approaches, psychoanalysis, ritual theories of myth, structuralism, and ideological analysis. <br><li>Supplies readers with the theoretical tools for imitating each method. <br><li>Features detailed exemplary readings of familiar myths. </li></ul>