Joseph Campbell was known to be extremely knowledgeable about myths and wisdom. In his opinion, one of the basic functions of myths is to help individuals carry out their life journey by providing a guide to achieve wholeness or a map to find happiness. In this book, Campbell displays his extraordinary skills as a storyteller to dive into the mythologies of the world and uncover their powerful abilities to influence our personal lives. With characteristic wit, Campbell illustrates the relationships that exist between ancient symbols and modern art, highlighting how myths help us identify our own life journey. A master in his field, his work is considered to be a part of the most important mythology of modern times.