The Orunari by Shawn Derek

The Orunari is a collection of short stories and poems exploring the mysteries of life. The word "Orunari" is a reference to a fictional ancient people that appear throughout the book. The first poem sets the platform for the entire piece - connecting the ancient culture to our present day fears and desires. Archaeology, mythology, and psychology are represented due to the influence of Joseph Campbell (The scholar who wrote "Hero With A Thousand Faces", "The Mystic Image", etc.). Readers of Campbell's work will recognize the themes examined in "The OrunarI".