Myth in the Modern World: Essays on Intersections with Ideology and Culture - Softcover

 
9780786478408: Myth in the Modern World: Essays on Intersections with Ideology and Culture

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"Ubiquitous and enduring, myths remain an inherent part of culture. These 10 essays explore the role of myth in the modern world, delving not only into science fiction and fantasy, but also into sport, terrorist rhetoric and television. The power of mythextends beyond ancient stories to express the hopes, fears and reality of everyday life"--

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David Whitt is a professor of communication studies at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln, Nebraska. He teaches mass media, persuasion, communication in the professions, and has taught courses on Star Trek, comic books, and the Irish rock group U2. John Perlich is an associate professor of communication studies at Bemidji State University in Bemidji, Minnesota. His teaching specialties include communication theory, mixed research methods, public speaking (presentation-based courses), and interpersonal communication.

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