Perseus : or, Of dragons by H. F. Scott Stokes
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"Perseus: or, Of Dragons" by H. F. Scott Stokes is an intriguing study of the concept of dragons throughout various historical contexts, written in the early 20th century. This scholarly exploration combines aspects of mythology, folklore, and cultural analysis to examine how the notion of dragons has evolved from classical antiquity through to modern times. The book likely addresses themes of mythology, the human experience with fear and belief, and the influence
of dragons in literature and art. In this work, Stokes takes the reader on a journey through the ages, starting with the legendary figure of Perseus and his encounters with dragons, particularly the Gorgon Medusa. The author discusses dragons in diverse cultural contexts, including their roles in Greek mythology, early Christian tales, and modern European interpretations. Stokes highlights the symbolic nature of dragons as representations of both evil and the heroic struggle against it. Furthermore, he explores how humanity has frequently turned to these mythical creatures as allegories for their own fears and societal issues, concluding with a reflection on the persistent presence of the "dragon" in the form of societal norms and superstitions that continue to shape human culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stokes, H. F. Scott (Henry Folliott Scott), 1896-1976 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 25015446 |
| Title | Perseus : or, Of dragons |
| Original Publication | United States: E. P. Dutton & Company, 1925. |
| Series Title | To-day and to-morrow series |
| Credits | Produced by Tim Lindell, Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Dragons |
| Subject | Perseus (Greek mythological character) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73461 |
| Release Date | Apr 25, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 409 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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