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1 Archetypes 101

2 What is an Archetype? An original model on which something is patterned or based (prototype) In literature: character, action or situation that represents universal patterns in human nature. Provides a framework to approach any piece of fiction Views literature as a reflection of life

3 Archetypes Traveled extensively and concluded from observations that these patterns (archetypes) were so deeply imbedded in our psyches that they go back to prehistoric times They are a part of our collective memory as human beings (everyone’s memory). They have not changed and are present in all people.

4 Archetypes Present in the unconscious of the individual
These symbols are inborn and understood like the instincts are passed on in animals Occurs through all elements of the arts-literature, dance, painting, music, film/television, and sculpture Understood because they all come from nature or human nature

5 Jung’s Outline for Archetypes
The Self: regulating center of the psyche (human soul/mind/spirit) and facilitator of individuation (personality) The Shadow: darkness within us; suppressed/pushed down into unconscious by ego (self-esteem or self-importance); all archetypes have active and passive shadow Suppress/hide what we don’t like in ourselves or what others (family, friends, significant other) don’t like. Not necessarily “negative” attributes: “Positive” attributes can be suppressed if viewed as a weakness (spontaneity, intuition, creativity, etc.)

6 Archetypes of Literature
In literature archetypes occur as: Characters Symbols (object/action/event representing abstract idea/concept. i.e. dove=peace) Colors (pos/neg meaning) Themes/motifs (love, hate, good vs. evil) Settings/situations (time, place, atmosphere) Life Cycles (life, seasons, time, meals)

7 Examples of Hero Types Orphan: Spiderman, Batman, Superman, Frodo Baggins, Luke Skywalker, Harry Potter, Huck Finn Wanderer: Indiana Jones, Zorro, Captain Kirk (Star Trek), Amelia Earhart Magician/Wise Old Man: Gandalf, Merlin, Loki, Darth Vader Martyr/Sacrificial Victim: Nelson Mandela, Susan B. Anthony, Gandhi, Joan of Arc Warrior/Hero: Hercules, Beowulf, John Wayne, James Bond, Achilles

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