Joseph Campbell's groundbreaking work explores the fundamental structure of human mythology through the concept of the "monomyth" or the hero's journey. Analyzing myths from cultures around the world, Campbell reveals a universal narrative pattern where a hero ventures from the ordinary world, faces challenges, and returns transformed. This seminal work has influenced storytellers, filmmakers, and writers across generations, providing a profound understanding of how mythological narratives reflect fundamental human psychological experiences.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Hero with a Thousand Faces does more than analyze myths—it reveals the deep psychological patterns that connect human storytelling across cultures. Campbell demonstrates that myths are not just ancient stories, but living, breathing expressions of our collective human experience.

DETAILS: • Author: Joseph Campbell • Publisher: New World Library • Format: Hardcover • Publication Date: July 28, 2008 • ISBN: 9781577315933

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