The Power of Myth
- ISBN-10
- 0385418868
- ISBN-13
- 9780385418867
- Series
- The Power of Myth
- Category
- Social Science
- Pages
- 293
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1991
- Publisher
- Anchor
- Authors
- Joseph Campbell, Bill Moyers
Description
The noted mythologist discusses the relationship of ancient myths to modern life, including discussions of recent heros, tales of love and marriage, the power of myth, and mythic themes
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