Overview
Man Against Myth is a non-fiction book written by Barrows Dunham that explores the relationship between human beings and the myths they create. The book is divided into three parts, each of which examines a different aspect of this relationship. In the first part, Dunham discusses the nature of myth and how it has been used throughout history to explain the world around us. He argues that myths are not just stories, but powerful tools that shape our understanding of reality and influence our behavior. The second part of the book focuses on the ways in which myths have been used to justify oppression and inequality. Dunham examines a number of historical examples, including the treatment of women, minorities, and colonized peoples, and argues that these myths are often used to maintain power structures that benefit the ruling class. In the final part of the book, Dunham explores the role of reason and critical thinking in confronting and dispelling myths. He argues that by examining our beliefs and questioning the myths that underpin them, we can begin to create a more just and equitable society. Overall, Man Against Myth is a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of the ways in which myths shape our understanding of the world and our place in it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, sociology, or the history of ideas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
- | Author: Barrows Dunham
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jun 23, 2005
- | Number of Pages: 324 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-10: 1432612646
- | ISBN-13: 9781432612641
