Joseph campbell biography
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| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Joseph Campbell |
| Date of Birth | 26 March 1904 |
| Place of Birth | White Plains, New York, U.S. |
| Date of Death | 30 October 1987 |
| Place of Death | Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S. |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence | United States |
| Education | Columbia University (B.A., M.A.) |
| Profession | Professor, Writer, Mythologist |
| Years of Activity | 1934-1987 |
| Brief Information | Joseph Campbell was an American professor and writer known for his work in comparative mythology and comparative religion. He explored universal themes and patterns found across human mythologies, most notably summarized in his concept of the monomyth or "hero's journey." His scholarship influenced various fields, including literature, film, and psychology. |