In Myth and Modern Man, celebrated anthropologist and folklorist Raphael Patai examines the enduring role of myth in shaping the modern world. Drawing on Freudian, Jungian, and other interpretive traditions, Patai explores how contemporary myths—ranging from political ideologies to cultural icons—have filled the void left by fading religious certainties. From the myth of the Marxist state and the seductive narratives of Madison Avenue to the archetype of Herakles in modern America, Patai dissects how stories both ancient and novel continue to organize our collective consciousness. Published by Prentice-Hall in 1972, this hardcover volume spans 359 pages and offers a thought-provoking journey into the myths we live by—whether we recognize them or not.