The ideological status of fantasy: historical and philosophical aspect
Worldview Status of Fantasy: Historical and Philosophical Aspect
The author examines the influence of the phenomenon of fantasy on individuals and society through the lens of its historical emergence and development. The author argues for the necessity and importance of analyzing this phenomenon, as it has deep historical roots and context, exerting a profound impact on contemporary individuals and society as a whole. The structure of mythology's influence on people and the transmission of culture is closely linked, according to the author, with the nature of creativity and social adaptation, as demonstrated by examples from both ancient and Norse myths. The author shows that the development and formation of fantasy as a part of culture occurs under the framework of these historical events and processes, though it is not limited to them. Fantasy absorbs the rediscovered romance of the Middle Ages and the influence of the preceding genre of science fiction. The spirit of the times demands a revision of the axiological foundation of modern humanity, with the creative functionality of past meanings serving as a foundation. This also allows for a discussion of the close connection between fantasy and the processes of individual development and solidarity, as well as the formation of individuals as subjects. The author concludes that fantasy is a new response, a comfort, and a benefit rooted in myth, fairy tales, and medieval romance.
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