Joseph Campbell

Joseph Campbell was a scholar of comparative mythology and religion, best known for his work on the structure of myths across cultures. He introduced concepts like the "Hero's Journey," a narrative template where a hero embarks on adventures, faces crises, and returns transformed. Campbell believed that these universal patterns in stories reflect fundamental human experiences and aspirations. His insights encourage a deeper understanding of cultural narratives and the shared human experience, highlighting how myths from different traditions, despite their diversity, often convey similar truths about life, struggle, and identity. His influential works include "The Hero with a Thousand Faces."