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kcrouth's review against another edition
4.0
This is the companion book (although not identical) to the 6-hour 1988 PBS miniseries of the same title. It is a fascinating journey as Bill Moyers and Joseph Campbell chat about "The Power of Myth". Not only does this volume provide explanation of what myth is, and how it fits into our society and species, but it gives a multitude of illustrations from prehistory up through recorded history to the modern age in which we live. This book was great follow-on to the Karen Armstrong book i just previously read "A Short History of Myth". I particularly enjoyed the discussion of the relationship of myth to religions over the ages, and to the religions with which we are familiar in this century, and also the contrast of myth with religion, and the effects religion has on myth. Myth draws on many aspects of our lives, and in turn feeds many aspects of our lives. This is a great discussion, and i'm looking forward to watching the PBS series on DVDs which i checked out at our local library. I love Joseph Campbell's personal worldview, and how inclusive and really true it is, to himself, and to those around him, and to his world. He offers the same to all of us, if we each just, as he instructs us "Follow your bliss".
theonlymg's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
jburkespraker's review against another edition
1.0
Crap. If Campbell were alive today he would be into crypto and NFTs. But hey at least it was only 6 hours long and not the turgid 30 hours of absolute drivel that the other audiobooks take.
rsr143's review against another edition
5.0
Amazing series of interviews. Helps to orient oneself in the world, using the vast history of myth as a means of understanding. Whatever your relationship is to the Earth, Spirit, and God; this work will have you thinking about the underlying connectedness and kinship of all things.
hanpanparker's review
5.0
This is a must read. There are no words to describe how reading this book makes me feel, but it’s a pleasant and whole feeling. I encourage the book for all. The wisdom and completeness that oozes from Campbell is infectious, and I finished the book feeling more tranquil than I have my entire life. You’ll be surprised at the prevalence of myth in all varieties of life. And you’ll be even further surprised by how helpful these myths are in aiding your life. All in all, please read.
aranafyre's review
2.0
I listened to the audiobook which was interviews of Joseph Campbell. There was some good information but it deteriorated into two old white men complaining about modern society. I couldn’t finish the book.
The best parts were when Campbell narrated a myth.
The best parts were when Campbell narrated a myth.
greaydean's review against another edition
4.0
Still thinking about it all.
Will probably read "The Hero of A Thousand Faces".
Will probably read "The Hero of A Thousand Faces".