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Joseph Campbell and the power of myth
by Joseph Campbell
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8 editions published between 1988 and 2001 in English and held by 1,752 WorldCat member libraries worldwide Bill Moyers and Joseph Campbell discuss the themes and roots of human myth which is seen as man's attempt to relate himself to the universe. Starting with various topics Campbell shows both how man creates his universe and is controlled by the myth he has created
Divine horsemen the living gods of Haiti
by Maya Deren
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13 editions published between 1985 and 2008 in English and held by 632 WorldCat member libraries worldwide Documentary of the Voudoun religions of Haiti. Presents rituals performed by the Rada, Petro, and Congo cults, whose devotees commune with cosmic powers through invocations, sacrifices, and possession
The Four Noble Truths
by Bstan-ʼdzin-rgya-mtsho
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5 editions published between 1997 and 2006 in English and held by 471 WorldCat member libraries worldwide People possess an innate desire to seek happiness and to overcome suffering. The reason why Buddha emphasized the development of a profound insight into the nature of suffering is because there is an alternative, there is a way out, there is a possiblity of freedom from that suffering
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth
by Joseph Campbell
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4 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and held by 460 WorldCat member libraries worldwide The first of six one-hour interviews by Bill Moyers with the renowned mythologist Joseph Campbell. Tales of heroic adventures are an integral part of all world cultures. Campbell challenges everyone to see the presence of a heroic journey in his or her own life
A Gathering of men
by Bill D Moyers
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4 editions published between 1990 and 1991 in English and held by 459 WorldCat member libraries worldwide Bill Moyers attends a poetry reading given by Robert Bly and talks to him about how men can learn from each other
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth
by Joseph Campbell
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5 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and held by 422 WorldCat member libraries worldwide "Campbell compares the creation stories in Genesis with creation stories from around the world. Because the world changes, religion has to be transformed and new mythologies created. People today are stuck with old metaphors and myths that don't fit their needs"--Cassette container
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth
by Joseph Campbell
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4 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and held by 421 WorldCat member libraries worldwide "Campbell discusses the role of sacrifice in myth, which symbolizes the necessity for rebirth. He also talks about the significance of sacrifice -- in particular, a mother's sacrifice for her child, and the sacrifice to the relationship in marriage -- and stresses the need for every one of us to find our sacred place in the midst of today's fast-paced, technological world"--Container
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth
by Joseph Campbell
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4 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and held by 413 WorldCat member libraries worldwide "Campbell discusses the importance of accepting death as rebirth as in the myth of the buffalo and the story of Christ, the rite of passage in primitive societies, the role of mystical Shamans, and the decline of ritual in today's society "--Container
Muslims
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3 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 377 WorldCat member libraries worldwide This program looks closely at what it means to be a Muslim in the 21st century. Filmed in Egypt, Malaysia, Iran, Turkey, Nigeria and the United States, Muslims explores the influence of culture and politics on religion, and provides a deeper understanding of the political forces at work among Muslims around the world. The program emphasizes Islam's kinship with Christianity and Judaism and looks at diverse interpretations of Islam among the Muslim people
Ulysses
by James Joyce
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4 editions published between 1967 and 1989 in English and held by 363 WorldCat member libraries worldwide A day in the life of Leopold Bloom, whose odyssey through the streets of turn-of-the-century Dublin leads him through trials that parallel those of Ulysses on his epic journey home
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth
by Joseph Campbell
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4 editions published between 1988 and 1990 in English and held by 354 WorldCat member libraries worldwide "Campbell talks about romantic love, beginning with the 12th century troubadours, and addresses questions about the image of woman -- as goddess, virgin and Mother Earth"--Container
Beyond hate
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1 edition published in 1991 in English and held by 348 WorldCat member libraries worldwide Through the experiences of world figures (Nadine Gordimer, Vaclav Havel, Elie Wiesel, etc.), gang leaders and young people trying to cope with violence in their lives, this program chronicles the impact of hate on its victims and probes its many dimensions. With Bill Moyers
Maya Deren collected experimental films
by Maya Deren
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12 editions published between 1959 and 2002 in English and held by 342 WorldCat member libraries worldwide Examples of Maya Deren's work evoke and exemplify the American avant-garde film movement of the 1940s and 1950s
Painters painting a candid history of the New York art scene, 1940-1970
by Emile De Antonio
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6 editions published between 1989 and 2008 in English and held by 335 WorldCat member libraries worldwide Emile de Antonio was a close friend to many New York painters long before the art world thrust them into international prominence. De Antonio filmed and interviewed the painters informally in their studios. Artists interviewed include Willem de Kooning, Andy Warhol, Robert Motherwell, Barnett Newman, Jules Olitski, Frank Stella, Robert Rauschenberg, Jasper Johns, Helen Frankenthaler, Kenneth Noland, Larry Poons, Phillip Pavia, and Hans Hoffman
Men & women talking together
by Deborah Tannen
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3 editions published between 1993 and 2006 in English and held by 313 WorldCat member libraries worldwide Presents two of the most popular and exciting people at the forefront of men's and women's issues, talking to each other about gender and styles. Each brings an informed perspective on how men and women approach each other and conversation itself. Bly and Tannen agree that it is crucial to describe both the differences and similarities, so that men and women can respect each other, and in the process, present a model of how that is done
The Balcony
by Jean Genet
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8 editions published between 1963 and 2000 in English and held by 262 WorldCat member libraries worldwide Madame Irma runs a brothel of illusion where ordinary people play out their dreams, while outside a revolution is in progress. The police chief sees the brothel as a rallying point against the revolution, while at the same time the leader of the revolution seeks refuge in the brothel, posing as the police chief
Greek fire
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10 editions published between 1989 and 1991 in English and held by 257 WorldCat member libraries worldwide "A series of ten half-hour video essays that explore the pervasive effect of ancient Greece on our lives today"--Publisher's brochure
The empty space
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1 edition published in 1994 in English and held by 246 WorldCat member libraries worldwide Peter Brook created the International Centre of Theatre Research in Paris in 1970. In the autumn of 1973, the Centre conducted a five week work period at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, performing and giving demonstrations of exercises, in which members of the audience participated, and exchanged ideas with the New York theatre community. This is a film of one day's work
The seven spiritual laws of success
by Deepak Chopra
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2 editions published between 1995 and 1996 in English and held by 228 WorldCat member libraries worldwide This video provides viewers with a front row seat to this "in person" talk by Dr. Chopra, in which he weaves the basic elements of his philosophy into seven easily comprehended laws, or principles
Spirit & nature
by Bill D Moyers
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3 editions published between 1991 and 2011 in English and held by 222 WorldCat member libraries worldwide At Middlebury College in Vermont, representatives of the world's major religions discuss the global environment crisis more
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Abstract expressionism Anger Artists Campbell, Joseph, Civilization Creation Cults Death Emotions Experience (Religion) Four Noble Truths Goddesses Haiti Hate Hate crimes Heroes Hostility (Psychology) Interpersonal communication Islam Islamic countries Love Man-woman relationships Masculinity Men Men--Psychology Muslims Myth Mythology Mythology in motion pictures New York (State)--New York Painting, American Painting, Modern Poetry Prejudices Religion Religion historians Religion in motion pictures Revelation Rites and ceremonies Ritual Sacred groves Sacrifice Sex differences (Psychology) Shamans Storytelling--Religious aspects Success--Religious aspects United States Vodou Wealth--Psychological aspects Women--Mythology
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