The Hero with a Thousand Faces

by Campbell, Joseph
ISBN: 9784150504533
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  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Campbell, Joseph
  • ISBN: 9784150504533
  • Condition: Used
  • Number Of Pages: 337
  • Publication Year: 2015

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  • A Writer's GUIDE!

    Andrew M. - 5 years 6 months ago

    The Hero with a Thousand Faces is probably one of his most well-known works. In it he draws from myth and legend, the stories of the ancients, the Vedas, and verses from the bible and unpacks them in his unique way, showing us the underlying similarities each contains and uses them to describe the Hero’s Journey. A process in which an adventure is called to action, and goes through a series of challenges, and eventually returns home with his or her “treasure”. I can expand on this but its probably easier to watch a video on Youtube. If I’m completely honest I really struggled to get through this. I do not doubt that this isn't a brilliant book and Joseph’s concept has influenced all matter of individuals from songwriters, to movie producers to fellow authors. His work was truly groundbreaking for its time. But boy did I struggle, however I think that's more on me, I’ve always struggled with maintaining interest in myth and legend, ironic considering I’m fascinated by ancient Egypt. It also probably doesn't help that it was written 70+ years ago and how we speak has changed a lot since then. Then is no denying the importance of this book, and I'm glad I read it, but I for those interested it might be best to watch his Netflix series which was produced in the late 80s just before he passed away. #BannedBook

  • Reference guide, not a good standalone book

    Alexis M. - 5 years 10 months ago

    This wasn’t what I was expecting. I like myths and the history behind them is intriguing, but I did not expect such a clinical professor like take on it. It was drier than I expected, but I wasn’t fully aware of what I was getting myself into when I purchased. It’s probably a good reference book if you’re writing an essay or paper in college on myths