The Power of Myth: Programs 1-6

By: Joseph Campbell, Bill Moyers

Narrated by: Joseph Campbell, Bill Moyers

Length: 5 hrs and 33 mins

Publisher's summary

An exhilarating journey into the mind and spirit of a remarkable man, a legendary teacher, and a masterful storyteller, conducted by TV journalist Bill Moyers for their acclaimed PBS series.

Program One: "The Hero's Adventure"
Program Two: "The Message of the Myth"
Program Three: "The First Storytellers"
Program Four: "Sacrifice and Bliss"
Program Five: "Love and the Goddess"
Program Six: "Masks of Eternity"

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Critic reviews

"Those familiar with the six-part PBS series on Joseph Campbell will especially enjoy this audio production. Moyers follows the same format as the TV series: The journalist plies the tuning fork to the teacher's mind, and we listen as Campbell waxes rhapsodic on the hero, the nature of myth, storytelling, the goddess, and finally what we understand of eternity. The dialogue, like the video, is filled with Campbell's wonderful stories and punctuated with illustrative sound clips, ranging from Star Wars to the Oum prayer of Tibetan monks. This production goes into greater depth than the video text, focusing more on Campbell's exciting ideas than his personality and work. Dialogue, of course, is the best format for ideas, and Campbell's insights into myth and religion are a most refreshing response to our age, so deeply troubled with the clashing voices of religious fundamentalism. Let's listen again to Joseph Campbell." (AudioFile)

Awe inspiring.

Incredible to hear the voice behind The Hero with 1000 Faces. Unparalleled insight into story, life, and the universe. Wow.

Life-changing

This series of interviews will irreversibly shift your thinking. I love Joseph's Campbell's point of view and eloquently crafted thoughts on the hero, the goddess and each persons bliss

Good intro

Just beginning to study Campbell’s research. This was a good introduction. Glad I studied Hindu, Native American, and Buddhist religions first as he touches on all.

wisdom in a bottle (it abook I guess)

Joseph Campbell made a life's work out of unwrapping the different myths and stories of the cultures of the world. Within these stories comes wisdom of the various peoples. Bill Moyers does a good job of reviewing his life's work with him in this book. Definitely worth a read for The Seekers of the world.

riveting discussion of our connection to our myths

loved this riveting discussion of our connection to our myths. I'm already listening to it again. it is dense with information but the nature of the conversation makes Campbell's insights very accessible and enjoyable.

Great Introduction to a Deep Topic

Profound conversation between two educated fellows. Despite its relatively dated publication it provided a fresh perspective on the human experience. The conversational style and relationship between the authors makes it even more enriching.

Not long enough!

A terrific and awesome work by Campbell. This is an absolute landmark book, I've wanted it for ages

The teacher behind the Star Wars myth.

I listened because I was curious how George Lucas's legacy was motivated by the works of this mans life. I was truly moved by the breadth of subject and depth of knowledge in these short interviews. I know now why he is respected and revered and I feel his opinions and teachings have now enhanced my life. Some people make bigger ripples than others in the pond we call life.

Some of the very best.

Several times through. Plus the print version twice, and other Campbell, too. Rich, evocative, scary and humming with beauty.

tremendously insightful.

I have listened to this production at least 7 times. I still get something out it every time I relisten