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Joseph Campbell explores mythology as the world’s song, discussing its relevance for modern life, faith, and culture with interviewer Bill Moyers in this engaging dialogue.

Joseph Campbell’s classic study of myth examines how recurring hero narratives shape human experience and inspire modern storytelling, from ancient folklore to contemporary cinema.

A scholarly companion that guides readers through Tolkien’s The Hobbit, unveiling its underlying narratives, themes, and characters in accessible, chapter‑by‑chapter analysis.

Explores how Tolkien’s passion for medieval literature, religion, and culture shaped his works, detailing influences from pagan epics to Christian legends in titles from The Hobbit to the Silmarillion.

"John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (1892-1973) was a brilliant writer who continues to leave his imaginative imprint on the mind and hearts of readers. He was once called the "creative equivalent of a people," and for more than sixty years his Middle-earth tales have captivated and delighted readers of all ages from all over the world. The Hobbit has long been recognized as a children's fantasy classic, and the heroic romance the Lord of the Rings has been called the most influential story of all time. These stories have sold over 150 million copies worldwide and have been translated into over forty languages, and they, along with works such as the Silmarillion and the History of Middle-Earth, have convinced scores of readers and critics that Tolkien is the master writer of fantasy. Whether you've been a fan for years or you've just recently been hooked by the blockbuster Lord of the Rings movies, "I Am in Fact a Hobbit" is an excellent starting point into the life and work of J.R.R. Tolkien. Book jacket."--Jacket.