01 To 06 Power Of Myth Programs Audio Tapes

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Author : Joseph Campbell
Binding : Audio Cassette
EAN : 9780942110920
Number of Pages : 1
Product Group : Book
Publication Date : 1993-07-01
Publisher : Penguin Audio USA
UPC : 025024214202

ASIN : 0942110927

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Among his many gifts, Joseph Campbell's most impressive was the unique ability to take a contemporary situation, such as the murder and funeral of President John F. Kennedy, and 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 and live out the themes of mythology. Based on a six-part PBS television series hosted by Bill Moyers, this classic is especially compelling because of its engaging question-and-answer format, creating an easy, conversational approach to complicated and esoteric topics. For example, when discussing the mythology of heroes, Campbell and Moyers smoothly segue from the Sumerian sky goddess Inanna to Star Wars' mercenary-turned-hero, Han Solo. Most impressive is Campbell's encyclopedic knowledge of myths, demonstrated in his ability to recall the details and archetypes of almost any story, from any point and history, and translate it into a lesson for spiritual living in the here and now. --Gail Hudson

Customer Reviews

Eye opening (2008-04-12)

A great book which explains how myths are relevant to our personal growth and helps to explain the many stages of life humans go through. It is so interesting how myths evolved out of every culture from all parts of the world and how each explains the same trials and tribulations we must undergo as humans. Myths actually serve a purpose and offer guidance. How alike we all are. If you are looking for some explanation as to your path in life and how to live fully as a human being, this is an excellent read. If nothing else, it will give you something to think about. Peace and love to all who read this.

Joseph was Amazing (2004-05-11)

Campbell gets five stars for this one. In his modest, unassuming way, Campbell during Moyers' series often recited from rote memory different myths and how they apply to everyday religion and life. He had the courage to say, "I don't know" when there are so many Christians who are sure they know the answers. As the years pass, we will come to respect the true power, love and uniqueness that emanated from this man.

Jeffrey McAndrewauthor of "Our Brown-Eyed Boy"

The Power to See the World with New Eyes (2004-03-18)

In my college years a friend who was a philosophy major introduced me to this video series (the book is a transcript), and over a period of a couple weeks, we spent many coffee fueled nights watching all six videos, interrupted here and there by heated debates and passionate arguments. Afterwards, I felt transformed. This book only scratches the surface of mythology and Joseph Campbell's other works (of which I'm determined to read), but it was a catalyst for me.

"The Power of Myth" will have you exploring subject matter in anthropology, archaeology, linguistics, philosophy, world literature, history, psychology, religion, and wherever else "your bliss" takes you. I found this book and video series inspirational in the same way that a standard college course ought to be (JC was a professor at Sarah Lawrence College), except that it's much cheaper! Ten years later, I find myself returning to it and discovering new revelations each time.

Read, watch, listen, explore, and enjoy!

Unforgettable Reading (2004-03-16)

I agree with the previous reviewer, read this book for yourself. It remains one of my favorite works of literature. This book will have you thinking for years on end.

RIP Joseph Campbell

Great intro to literature, but please read them yourself. (2004-03-15)

The Power of Myth is a great introduction to meaningfulliterature, but please follow up on the references and readthem for yourself. I use the analogy of a movie critique wherethis book will give you an outline of great literature andyou'll know lots of interesting stories but they will be stories that were important to and interpreted by someone else.You won't have the full experience without actuallyreading them yourself!!! This analogy is not meant to bedisrespectful to Joseph Campbell or take away from the book,he has drawn a common thread through literature across culturesand history. Please consider this book as a possible guide throughliterature and be ready to have a lot of FUN!!!

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