These 12 eclectic essays explore the topic for which Campbell was best known: myth and its fascinating context within the human imagination in the arts, literature, and culture, as well as in everyday life.

In this epic drama of personality and politics, passion and ambition, courage and betrayal, Marcia Cohen tells the fascinating inside story of the feminist revolution through the lives of the women who made it—and were sometimes unmade by it. Focusing on Betty Friedan, Gloria Steinem, Germaine Greer, and Kate Millett, The Sisterhood is a revealing group portrait of the women whose ideas and actions have so profoundly transformed us all. This classic account traces the women’s movement from its quiet birth in the 1960s through its startling triumphs in the 1970s and its troubled legacy in the 1980s. Today, everything seems possible for women as they function on an equal plane with men in nearly every walk of life. But the revolution was hard won. Now the irreverent, entertaining chronicle that reveals all the well-kept secrets of feminism, with a thoughtful new foreword by the author, appears in a special edition that serves as a riveting social history, casting light on an entire era so important for women as well as men.

The Collected Works of Sigmund Freud provides readers with a comprehensive collection of Freud's groundbreaking theories and contributions to the field of psychology. Known for his pioneering work in psychoanalysis, Freud delves into the complexities of the human mind and behavior, exploring concepts such as the unconscious, dreams, and sexuality. His writing style is a blend of clinical observation, case studies, and theoretical analysis, making his work both informative and engaging for readers. Placing Freud's works in their historical and literary context, it becomes evident how his ideas have shaped the modern understanding of psychology and continue to influence the field today. Sigmund Freud, a Viennese neurologist and founder of psychoanalysis, was driven by a desire to understand the mysteries of the human psyche. His own experiences with patients and personal introspection led him to develop his revolutionary theories on the unconscious mind and the interpretation of dreams. Freud's dedication to his research and commitment to advancing the field of psychology are evident in the depth and breadth of his collected works. For readers interested in delving into the foundational theories of psychoanalysis and exploring the complexities of human behavior, The Collected Works of Sigmund Freud offers a comprehensive and enlightening journey into the mind of one of the most influential figures in the history of psychology. Freud's insights continue to resonate with readers seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.

In 'The Collected Works of Sigmund Freud: Psychoanalytic Studies, Theoretical Essays & Articles', Sigmund Freud delves into the complexities of the human mind and behavior through his revolutionary psychoanalytic theories. The book is a compilation of Freud's most important works, exploring topics such as dreams, sexuality, and the unconscious mind with a blend of clinical observation and theoretical analysis. Freud's writing style is both scholarly and accessible, making his groundbreaking ideas understandable to a wide audience. This collection is essential for anyone interested in the development of psychoanalysis and its impact on modern psychology. Freud's work paved the way for new understandings of human behavior and influenced countless other scholars in the field. His profound insights continue to spark debate and intrigue in the realms of psychology and beyond. 'The Collected Works of Sigmund Freud' is a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of the complexities of the human psyche and the origins of psychoanalysis.

An anthology of never-before-published short essays by America's literary greats. Each October at the PEN Gala, well-known authors take the stage of the Folger Shakespeare Library's Theatre to ponder the meaning of such universal mysteries as "obsession," "illusion," "first love," and more. Each author is given only three minutes or less to speak. The results have been unpredictable--clever, confessional, inspiring, hilarious, profound, and all of them entertaining. These essays have been transcribed for the first time, and comprise this unique anthology. Among the authors are: Russell Banks, T. Coraghessan Boyle, Annie Dillard, Gail Godwin, Allan Gurganus, Jane Hamilton, Alice Hoffman, Susan Isaacs, Charles Johnson, William Kennedy, Chang-rae Lee, Larry McMurtry, Sue Miller, Joyce Carol Oates, George Plimpton, Francine Prose, Maurice Sendak, Anita Shreve, Jane Smiley, William Styron, Deborah Tannen, John Edgar Wideman.

'In a book this good, in the company of a mind this judicious and fine, the reader is left wanting more' Telegraph Poetry, poker, mountaineering, novels - a sparkling collection of essays from Britain's best-loved man of letters ________________________ Al Alvarez's writing career has come in many guises. One of the most influential post-war critics, he has written profoundly and eloquently about writers and their craft for over fifty years. But Alvarez has also been a passionate amateur of risky pursuits - poker playing, mountaineering, flying in aeroplanes - and he written about these subjects with a rare depth, liveliness and perception. This is a collection of his finest essays. Ranging from trenchant literary criticism to accounts of polar expeditions and poker championships, Risky Business is a sparkling and eclectic anthology from our most unusual man of letters.