The Writer's Journey. Mythological Structures in Literature and Film

At the heart of any captivating story—be it a fairy tale, myth, plot for a novel, or screenplay—lies the hero's journey: internal or external. This idea became a guiding star for Christopher Vogler when, working in the script department of the Disney studio, he practically tested the effectiveness of the mythological schemes described in Campbell's famous work 'The Hero with a Thousand Faces.' Later, the practical guide written by Vogler for his colleagues evolved into a classic textbook that not only is part of the essential reading for future writers and screenwriters but has also maintained its leading position among many books of this kind for decades. In 'The Writer's Journey,' the author invites the reader to explore the tenuous boundaries between myth and modern storytelling art, warning of the difficulties and dangers of the journey into the depths of one's own soul, and equips them with useful tools that, in the hands of a skilled master, gain incredible power.