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The hero with a thousand faces

by Joseph Campbell

First published in 1949, this study examines the role of mythology in the development of global cultures and the human psyche. It provides a comparative analysis of world religions, exploring common mythological themes and their psychological significance.

Accession 296 ISBN 0691017840 Publisher Princeton University Press
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