Universal blueprint for mythological storytelling.
If you've ever wondered why certain stories resonate with humanity across cultures, "The Hero with a Thousand Faces" is a must-read. Joseph Campbell masterfully dissects the narrative pattern found in global myths, the Hero's Journey, revealing the psychological underpinnings that make these tales timeless. It's a profound exploration that has shaped storytelling in every medium, offering insights that transcend literary criticism and delve into the core of human existence. Whether you're a writer, scholar, or simply a lover of stories, this book will unveil a new understanding of the stories that define us.
ISBN: 9781577315933
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: RM100.55 MYR
Authors:
Joseph Campbell
Publisher: New World Library
Date of Publication: 2008-07-28
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 4.13
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Since its release in 1949, The Hero with a Thousand Faces has influenced millions of readers by combining the insights of modern psychology with Joseph Campbell’s revolutionary understanding of comparative mythology. In these pages, Campbell outlines the Hero’s Journey, a universal motif of adventure and transformation that runs through virtually all of the world’s mythic traditions. He also explores the Cosmogonic Cycle, the mythic pattern of world creation and destruction. As part of the Joseph Campbell Foundation’s Collected Works of Joseph Campbell, this third edition features expanded illustrations, a comprehensive bibliography, and more accessible sidebars. As relevant today as when it was first published, The Hero with a Thousand Faces continues to find new audiences in fields ranging from religion and anthropology to literature and film studies. The book has also profoundly influenced creative artists — including authors, songwriters, game designers, and filmmakers — and continues to inspire all those interested in the inherent human need to tell stories.
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