Gilgamesh and Joseph Campbells Monomyth
Words: 607 2301Joseph Campbell, within his seminal opus "The Hero with a Thousand Faces," introduced the notion of the Monomyth, alternatively recognized as the Hero’s Odyssey. This narrative paradigm has been discerned in myths and narratives spanning diverse cultures, underscoring a ubiquitous framework in the domain of folklore and literary works. One of the most ancient known epic chronicles, "The Epic of Gilgamesh," presents a compelling exemplification of Campbell's Monomyth, notwithstanding its prehistoric origins. By scrutinizing Gilgamesh through the prism of Campbell's […]