Daedalus and Icarus Analysis
Symbolism, Imagery, Allegory
Setting
Crete, the Labyrinth, the Sky, SicilyThis myth is about a journey (a partially failed journey, yes, but a journey nonetheless), so it takes place in a few different locations.We start on the scenic...
Context
Depending on how you look at it, the story of Daedalus and Icarus is either completely depressing or completely inspirational. On the one hand, it's a cautionary tale about what can happen when you...
The Hero's Journey
The Hero's Journey is a framework that scholar Joseph Campbell came up with that many myths and stories follow. Many storytellers and story-readers find it a useful way to look at tale. (That's act...