Synopsis This seminal doctrine on male masculinity is co-authored by Robert Moore and Douglas Gillette, who, along with Robert Bly, are considered founders of the men's movement. They put forth here a ground breaking theory: the future of society and even mankind may be in jeopardy, in large part because of the male tendency towards aggression and destruction. The text finds its roots in Jungian (or transcultural) psychology, and turns to imagery from literature and mythology to elucidate the four-part nature of male psychology and identity as "king," "warrior," "magician," and "lover." The authors discuss options for positive change, and show how men can discover their own authentic power, creativity, and nurturing forces without resorting to immature behavior.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 1991-08-01 | | Edition Description: | Reprint |
| Size | | Height: | 9.3 in | | Width: | 6.0 in | | Thickness: | 0.8 in | | Weight: | 9.6 oz |
Publisher's Note Arguing that mature masculinity is not abusive or domineering, but generative, creative, and empowering of the self and others, Moore and Gillette provide a Jungian introduction to the psychological foundations of a mature, authentic, and revitalized masculinity.
Pioneering the men's movement, Jungian analyst Robert Moore and mythologist Douglas Gillette identify and define the four mature male archetypes--the King, the Warrior, the Magician, and the Lover--as well as the four immature patterns or negative, shadow aspects. "A liberating guide to self-transformation".--Publishers Weekly.
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