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Archetypal Criticism It is a type of critical theory that interprets a text by focusing on recurring myths and archetypes in literature ,it is also known as mythic criticism . Myths: the story of Cinderella; the story of the Cowherd and the Weaving Maid ; Archetypes Archetype s are characters, themes, images and plot elements stored in the collective unconscious. They compose the world’s stories, myths, religions, literature, dreams, and art. They articulate the human experience; the dreams and fears shared by all mankind Collective Unconscious is a number of innate thoughts, feelings, instincts, and memories that reside in the unconsciousness of all people. ( Oedipus complex) Common Archetypes Images water—Represents life, mystery of creation; birth-death-resurrection; cleansing, purification and redemption; fertility and growth sea—mother of life; spiritual mystery and infinity; death and rebirth; timelessness and eternity rivers—death and rebirth (baptism); flowing of time into eternity; transitional phases of the life cycle; The Cave Represents the womb. It’s the entrance to Mother Earth, from which the hero emerges reborn after receiving advice or wisdom from the underworld. The Tree Symbolizes growth, proliferation, and immortality. The Mountain Represents the striving for achievement and enlightenment. The Sun Sun (fire and sky)—creative energy; law in nature The Rising Sun: Birth, creation, and enlightenment. The Setting Sun: Death. The Serpent Symbolizes energy and force. Represents corruption, sensuality, evil, and destruction. The Garden Represents the union of the divine and the material. It is an archetype of paradise, innocence, and unspoiled beauty. The Seasons Spring: Rebirth Summer: Life Autumn: Dying Winter: Lifelessness Genres associated with the Seasons: Spring: Comedy Summer: Romance Autumn: Tragedy Winter: Irony The Desert Represents spiritual aridity, (barren) , death, and hopelessness. The Forest Symbolizes the unconscious, th