Anchor Books The Power of Myth
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NATIONAL BESTSELLER - An extraordinary book that reveals how the themes and symbols of ancient narratives continue to bring meaning to birth, death, love, and war. The Power of Myth launched an extraordinary resurgence of interest in Joseph Campbell and his work. A preeminent scholar, writer, and teacher, he has had a profound influence on millions of people--including Star Wars creator George Lucas. To Campbell, mythology was the "song of the universe, the music of the spheres." With Bill Moyers, one of America's most prominent journalists, as his thoughtful and engaging interviewer, The Power of Myth touches on subjects from modern marriage to virgin births, from Jesus to John Lennon, offering a brilliant combination of intelligence and wit. From stories of the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece and Rome to traditions of Buddhism, Hinduism and Christianity, a broad array of themes are considered that together identify the universality of human experience across time and culture. An impeccable match of interviewer and subject, a timeless distillation of Campbell's work, The Power of Myth continues to exert a profound influence on our culture.
Specifications
| Dimensions | 13.1 x 1.7 x 20.3 cm |
| Edition | Anchor Books ed |
| Isbn 10 | 0385418868 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-0385418867 |
| Item Weight | 232 g |
| Language | English |
| Print Length | 320 pages |
| Publication Date | 1 June 1991 |
| Publisher | Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group |
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a must read
a must read but you can also find the interview on Youtube.its an edited long interview with questions and answers so easy to read.
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- an enlighting discussion -
A marvellous and highly sophisticated trip through the world of mythodology encompassing a wide range of topics - presented in the format of an extended interview that gives the whole story a little more juice than it would have received without the nonchalant chat between two elderly "silverbacks" who star the dissussion of archetypical motivs that make up good stories to the present day.Campbell excells in giving us a kaleidoscopic insight into evergreens of narration that people love to hear about for ages - ranging from the expatriation of adam & eve from paradise to the more contemporary adventures of luke sykywalker.A history of mythodology that evolves in the course of a sometimes very personal and at other times sober and academical but always well balanced and here and there also ironic and humorous disscussion.It my be stated that the book has a - it my be justified to sa so - enlighting quality to it in that it discusses and reflects with profound knwowledge and wisdom the everlasting quest of people of all ages, cultures and ethnics for sense and guidance in their being - and Campbell knows the stories to tell the stories of the quest. It is truly a good read.
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Telling you what's lacking in the world right now
Campbell emphasizes the importance of cultivating individuals intrinsic potential in this book. His famous saying, "Follow your bliss" represents the core message he wanted to deliver to all the people in this world. At the same time, he talks about the role of society. This book is truly necessary for all of us who are in this time when the idea of private and the idea of public are not clearly separated but many people are working to show their private in public whereas others are bringing their public face in private. This confuses so much for especially young generation who are about to enter the society. I think reading this book will help you to find the purpose of your life and also to start thinking about who you really are. A wonderful classic book! Highly recommended!
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