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Title:
The Power of Myth
Series:
Joseph Campbell and Power of Myth
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1st
Type of Book:
Non-Fiction
Number of Pages:
320
Number of Chapters:
8
Date Added:
2018-06-26 17:54:10
Synopsis:
Campbell’s most impressive gift was his ability to take a contemporary situation, such as the murder & funeral of President John F. Kennedy, & help us understand its impact in the context of ancient mythology. Herein lies the power of The Power of Myth, showing how humans are apt to create & live out the themes of mythology. Based on a six-part PBS tv series hosted by Bill Moyers, this classic is especially compelling because of its engaging question-&-answer format, creating an easy, conversational approach to complicated & esoteric topics. For example, when discussing the mythology of heroes, Campbell & Moyers smoothly segue from the Sumerian sky goddess Inanna to Star Wars’ mercenary-turned-hero, Han Solo. Most impressive is his encyclopedic knowledge of myths, demonstrated in his ability to recall the details & archetypes of almost any story, from any point of history, & translate it into a lesson for spiritual living in the here & now.--Gail Hudson (edited)Editor’s NoteIntroduction-MoyersMyth & the modern worldThe journey inward The first storytellersSacrifice & bliss The hero’s adventureThe gift of the goddess Tales of love & marriageMasks of eternityIndexPhoto Credits
Imprint:
Anchor Books
Author:
Joseph Campbell
Bill Moyers
Bill D. Moyers
Betty S. Flowers
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Publisher:
Anchor Doubleday
Barcode:
9780385418867
Country:
United States
Publication Date:
2011-05-18
Publication Year:
2011
Copyright Year:
1988
Number of Copies:
1
Editor:
Betty Sue Flowers
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Language:
English
Automatic Estimated Value:
~$5.39
Automatic Estimated Date:
2026-04-14
Date Added:
2018-06-26 17:54:10
