Odyssey: In Search of A Name — A Journey Through the Archetypes Kindle Edition

More than four decades ago, J. Keck started a manuscript that blended poetry and contemplative prose—a tale born in a time of profound transformation. As a native Californian, J. Keck was writing in the midst of a major cultural revolution sweeping the country. He found himself surrounded by groundbreaking works such as Star Wars and Joseph Campbell's The Hero's Journey, which were shaping the attitudes and mores of a new generation. At the time, J. Keck was not only a writer but also a mental health therapist, deeply engaged with Jungian techniques, such as dream analysis and the study of archetypes. J. Keck drew inspiration from these personal experiences, along with mythology, astrology, and ancient Greek epic poetry, to shape the foundation of this book. After 45 years, it was time to share this story with his readers.Synopsis:The fern grotto holds the boy asleep. Sheltered, he has lived in harmony with nature for unmeasured time. One day, he is awakened, brought down by the pain of the warrior’s spear. Thus begins the journey into self-awareness, and into the world of men, women and their children.Unfolding consciousness grows in the child. He encounters the inner voice urging him to learn his name. Who is he among strangers with names?The mythic ordeals of the youth take him on a path of ancient archetypes. These stepping stones promise to lead the youth to the proverbial pot of gold and the Holy Grail, but the greatest treasure of all unfolds for the seeker. Read more