Isbn: 9780674961883 - a world of their own making: myth, ritual, and the quest for family values (24 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Our whole society may be obsessed with ?family values,? but as John Gillis points out in this entertaining and eye-opening book, most of our images of ?home sweet home? are of very recent vintage. A World of Their Own Making questions our idealized notion of ?The Family,? a mind-set in which myth and symbol still hold sway. As the families we live with become more fragile, the symbolic families we live by become more powerful. Yet it is only by accepting the notion that our ritual, myths, and images must be open to perpetual revision that we can satisfy our human needs and changing circumstances.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Our whole society may be obsessed with ?family values,? but as John Gillis points out in this entertaining and eye-opening book, most of our images of ?home sweet home? are of very recent vintage. A World of Their Own Making questions our idealized notion of ?The Family,? a mind-set in which myth and symbol still hold sway. As the families we live with become more fragile, the symbolic families we live by become more powerful. Yet it is only by accepting the notion that our ritual, myths, and images must be open to perpetual revision that we can satisfy our human needs and changing circumstances.…

Condizione: Good. New Ed. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condizione: Very Good.

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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Our whole society may be obsessed with family values, but as John Gillis points out in this entertaining and eye-opening book, most of our images of home sweet home are of very recent vintage. A World of Their Own Making questions our idealized notion of The Family, a mind-set in which myth and symbol still hold sway. As the families we live with become more fragile, the symbolic families we live by become more powerful. Yet it is only by accepting the notion that our ritual, myths, and images must be open to perpetual revision that we can satisfy our human needs and changing circumstances. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. 310pp. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾".

Condizione: Very Good. New Ed. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

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Softcover. Condizione: Good. Edition Unstated. Used book, good condition. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Family & Relationships; ISBN: 0674961889. ISBN/EAN: 9780674961883. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: ABE286137626.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. 310 pages; light to somewhat moderate foxing on the exterior edges of textblock. Good condition otherwise. No other noteworthy defects. No markings. ; - Your satisfaction is our priority. We offer free returns and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your item will be carefully cushioned in bubble wrap and securely boxed. All orders ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence. First Paperback Edition; No Printing Stated.…

Soft cover. Condizione: New.

Condizione: Used - Very Good. VG paperback. Pages bright & clean; binding tight; front cover curling slightly.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condizione: Very Good.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 336 pages. 9.50x6.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New. Family values are central to our society, but as John Gillis points out in this book, most of our images of home-sweet-home are of a very recent vintage. He questions idealized notions of the family and the political construction of family rituals and arg.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Our whole society may be obsessed with 'family values,' but as John Gillis points out in this entertaining and eye-opening book, most of our images of 'home sweet home' are of very recent vintage. 'A World of Their Own Making' examines our idealized notion of 'The Family,' a mind-set in which myth and symbol still hold sway.…

Condizione: gut. 1997. A World of Their Own Making: Myth, Ritual, and the Quest for Family Values In englischer Sprache. pages.