The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

This book explores the theory that important myths from around the world which have survived for thousands of years all share a fundamental structure, which the author calls the "monomyth." It outlines the stages of this monomyth, which include a hero's call to adventure, a descent into the underworld, and a triumphant return. The book also discusses how these universal patterns can provide a framework for understanding human experience and the world around us.

The 1966th greatest book of all time


Published
1949
Nationality
American
Type
Nonfiction
Pages
400-500
Words
120,000
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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