Campbell, Joseph
Goddesses: Mysteries of the Feminine Divine (Collected Works of Joseph Campbell)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781608681822
- author:
- Campbell, Joseph
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- New World Library
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14.6 x 2.8 cm
- Genre:
- Mind, Body & Spirit, Mythology, Encyclopaedias,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Joseph Campbell's lectures on goddesses offer a profound exploration of the feminine divine, tracing its evolution from Neolithic Europe to the Renaissance. In this collection of his work, Campbell sheds new light on classical motifs and reveals how the feminine divine symbolizes the archetypal energies of transformation, initiation, and inspiration. Through his analysis, Campbell reveals the diversity of goddesses across cultures and epochs, from the Great Goddess to the many female figures that followed. This book provides a unique insight into the power and significance of the feminine divine, making it a valuable resource for those interested in mythology, comparative religion, and the study of the human experience. Edited by Safron Rossi, this volume brings together Campbell's most thought-provoking work on the subject, offering a rich and nuanced understanding of the feminine divine.