The author ofParallel MythsandThe Book of Ages, J. F. Bierleinteaches in the Washington Semester and World Capitals Program at American University in Washington, and also works for a social sciences consulting firm. Multilingual, he is deeply interested in theology, existentialism, art, opera, and the study of classical Greek, Sanskrit, and Hebrew, as well as other languages. Professor Bierlein and his wife, Heather Diehl, live in northern Virginia.
“Unusually accessible and useful . . . An eye-opener to readers
into the universality and importance of myth in human history and
culture.”—William E. Paden, Chair, Department of Religion,
University of Vermont
“A first-class introduction to mythology . . . Written with great
clarity and sensitivity.”—John G. Selby, Associate Professor,
Roanoke College
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