The semiotic dimensions of the Algerian mythical narratives

Abstract EN

Mythology conceptualization is anongoing process that is not limited to a single time or region.

however, the ability to examine myths from a semiotic point of view was conducted and present in the works of Roland Barthes who considers it as a study of the implicit signs present in the mental elements of society and nature.

the scrutiny of such barthiannarratives is a difficult task that is hindered by the lack of original records.

the collected corpus of this work is compiled using the profiling informant’s method.

it is also be used to describe numerous mythical characters and create a map of monstrous characters and study their interactions and roles inside each scenario.

the outcome of this study is the interpretation of every narrative and its role in society, as well as examining how laypeople and academics perceive these narratives.

in this sense, we will attempt to connect the narrative and social frameworks to classify as a result.

more importantly, to study the relationship between tropes, labels and language and investigate the various dimensions within these narratives.

in the end, this paper also opts to evaluate Algerian myths using Campbell's model of dimension.