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The Power of Myth Deluxe Author Company: Anchor Category:
The Power of Myth Deluxe 5 stars (Thoroughly enjoyed) - Wonderful audio presentation of the Bill Moyer ... File Size: 4.98 kB OS: Windows 98 / NT / 2000 / ME / XP / VISTA License: Paperback - Time Limit, free to try, 11.16 to buy. Software Developed by Anchor Download now (4.98 kB) Click to buy with discount via Amazon (11.16$) Description : The Power of Myth - 5 stars (Thoroughly enjoyed) - Wonderful aud 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 This is the Paperback version. The full version can be purchased by clicking on the "Buy Now" button below for around $11.16 USD. Click to buy with discount via Amazon      |