The Hero with a Thousand Faces (Paladin Books) Review
I find it funny how many people discredit this book considering I mean we all have they same brain and the perceptions that come from our brain, whether we have studied something or not or whether we were influenced or not science explains to use that we will recreate a similar story to fit our understanding of life on earth. We all think the same, we all have the same method of understanding things, we even have similar visions, relate things in a similar way etc... You get my drift, Right? We have nature, seasons, a universe, man, woman, child, a sun and a moon, we are people with the same brain structure and and organs, we all connect and bond in some way and WE ALL DIE. It is no wonder we are basically the same even if a little different because we all have the same thing in common, we are people. I understand that in parts of the world it is night when it is day in another part, or it's a different season even when we celebrate at almost the same time. I understand the northern Hemisphere is dark when the southern hemisphere is light. I see the differences but we all think alike even if not by intention because we are all on the same planet. It's no wonder then that it's common to have Near Death Experiences even if some parts of the world report who haven't even heard of them and not to mention see the Gods of other cultures instead of their own cultural deities.
I love the book alot and would give it 10 stars myself. Even if outdated, this book has influenced the modern generation more than just about any that has ever been written. Anything this book has influenced has become just as popular as the message it provides us...
The Hero with a Thousand Faces (Paladin Books) Overview
A study of heroism in the myths of the world - an exploration of all the elements common to the great stories that have helped people make sense of their lives from the earliest times. It takes in Greek Apollo, Maori and Jewish rites, the Buddha, Wotan, and the bothers Grimm's Frog-King.
The Hero with a Thousand Faces (Paladin Books) Specifications
Originally written by Campbell in the '40s-- in his pre-Bill Moyers days -- and famous as George Lucas' inspiration for "Star Wars," this book will likewise inspire any writer or reader in its well considered assertion that while all stories have already been told, this is *not* a bad thing, since the *retelling* is still necessary. And while our own life's journey must always be ended alone, the travel is undertaken in the company not only of immediate loved ones and primal passion, but of the heroes and heroines -- and myth-cycles -- that have preceded us.
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The Hero with a Thousand faces - Tyler D. Smith - Wi
This book is incredibly insightful in capturing the essence of the human existence. Not only does Joseph Campbell illuminate the monomyth and the hero's travel, but at the same time, out own existence. It is easy to see why it has inspired countless individuals, for instance, Star War's George Lucas.
Although Campbell's research and evidence he presents is valid and compelling, the intellectual manner in which he presents it, may be confusing to individuals unaccustomed to such reading (that's to say, he is wordy at times. Think of Yoda , "Faith I have in you Young Skywalker," now think of a rambling Yoda, "The uttermost confidence, I have, as stars surly show themselves at night, in you, young skywalker. Yeesssssss." This, as you may see, can cause some confusion. It may be, that the reader will have to examine the passage more than once, to capture the words Campbell exposes to them. It may be in the reader's best interest to have a webster's dictionary nearby, to quickly decipher any imposing and 'scary' words.
However, this small downside to Campbell's masterpiece, should not deter anyone away from absorbing the wealth of knowledge present in The Hero with a Thousand Faces. Likewise, the reader should also acclimate themselves to the myths Campbell provides, it should provide for a more through and enjoyable read.
T. Smith
June/14/2009
Very complex and demanding, not for your average joe, but is truly great - Kevin Nazario Bartolomei - Ponce, Puerto Rico
I heard of this book from conversations with fellow Star Wars fans, I made a search about the author and his bio convince me of buying the book. I have not finished it yet, but so far is incredible. Very complex, you must have at least a background in psychology, antropology, mythology and world history to go trough it, but you will enjoy it, an awesome book, and this monster was released back in 1948! Campbell was a master in this field, this book is the very proof of that. If you like this stuff, get it, you won't be disappointed.
Hero with a thousand faces - sowafeam - Jacksonville FL United States
Creative writing instructor recommended this book. It's analysis of people and why they take the actions they do is a great tool in developing characters. I had read the book in college and this was an enjoyable re-read. Excellent book very thought provoking
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