What Does Stories Like Conduct In Question Have To Do With Joseph Campbell And The Hero With A Thousand Faces
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The Connection Between "Conduct in Question," Joseph Campbell, and "The Hero with a Thousand Faces"
Why We Love Stories
"Tell me a story!" It’s a universal plea, and I’ve got just the one for you.
Meet Harry, a 46-year-old lawyer trapped in the backroom of an antiquated law firm, under the constant pressure of his senior partner. Life is stagnating, his financial prospects are bleak, and his wife plans to leave him. He longs for change but doesn’t know how to achieve it.
The very next day, everything shifts when his senior partner unexpectedly dies, and a new client lures Harry into a money-laundering scheme. Despite his strong principles, financial desperation leads him to ignore the signs. Be careful what you wish for.
When his elderly client dies under suspicious circumstances, right after requesting a change in her will, Harry sets out to track down a serial killer known as the Florist. He must delve deep into the killer’s psyche?"and his own?"to understand and stop this artful murderer. Just as his wife prepares to leave, a captivating woman named Natasha offers her support to Harry.
By the story's end, Harry has discovered newfound powers within himself and earned the love of a new woman. He also dismantles the Florist’s schemes and a corrupt law firm.
This is the story of Harry Jenkins in "Conduct in Question," the first novel in the Osgoode Trilogy, which I authored. Harry continues his journey in "Final Paradox" and "A Trial of One," the subsequent books in the series. You can learn more by visiting [maryemartin.com](http://www.maryemartin.com).
Why Stories Resonate
After decades of practicing law, why didn’t I write an academic piece on money laundering, filled with diagrams and statistics? Perhaps because a dry essay wouldn’t capture your interest. We prefer stories that bring issues to life through the drama of characters in conflict. Stories animate these problems, vividly illustrating the battle between good and evil.
In school, many of us read Greek mythology?"tales of gods, goddesses, and heroes. But who created these stories, and why? Enter Joseph Campbell, the mythologist who, in "The Hero with a Thousand Faces," described myth as a gateway through which the energies of the cosmos flow into human culture. Myths, according to Campbell, are spontaneous creations of the psyche. They reveal deep truths about our humanity.
Campbell's insights show us that the structure and format of stories are ingrained in us. Often, a hero is drawn from everyday life to face immense challenges. With the help of allies and newfound inner strength, the hero achieves a goal and returns home transformed. This hero’s journey is the backbone of countless stories, including Hollywood blockbusters.
Harry’s Heroic Journey
A lawyer as a hero? Absolutely! Harry’s life is disrupted, forcing him to confront unknown challenges. Through this, he uncovers hidden strengths and ultimately returns to his life with newfound understanding. The villains vanquished, Harry’s journey mirrors the classic hero’s quest.
Did I set out to write a hero’s journey? Not consciously. But after countless rewrites, I realized this narrative naturally emerged. The hero’s journey is part of our narrative DNA, a way to express the human experience.
Stories address the profound questions of life: birth, growth, death, and redemption. Through storytelling, we fulfill our need to understand each other and the world around us. That’s how I see it. How about you?
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