THE INFLUENCE OF C.G. JUNG’S ARCHETYPAL THEORY ON THE ANALYSIS OF LITERARY TEXTS
Abstract
This article examines the impact of Carl Gustav Jung’s archetypal theory on the development of literary criticism and interpretive methodologies in literary studies. The core principles of Jungian analytical psychology are analyzed in terms of their applicability to the interpretation of symbolic structures in literary texts. Special attention is given to how archetypal imagery and motifs deepen the understanding of literary works and enhance their emotional and philosophical resonance with readers. The article further discusses specific examples of the application of Jungian concepts in the interpretation of texts across different literary genres and historical periods, underscoring the continued relevance of archetypal analysis in contemporary literary scholarship.
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