The Masks Of God by Joseph Campbell
Primitive Mythology
"The Masks of God" is a comprehensive exploration of the world's mythologies, delving into the symbolic and functional roles that myths have played in various cultures throughout history. The author examines the origins and development of myths, tracing their evolution from the primitive to the modern era, and discusses how these myths reflect the spiritual and psychological insights of the human race. The work is divided into multiple volumes, each focusing on different mythological traditions, including primitive mythology, Oriental mythology, Occidental mythology, and creative mythology, providing a thorough analysis of the ways in which myths serve as a vital and universal language of the human experience.
The 15787th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1959
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Long
- Pages
- 1500-2000
- Original Language
- English
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