King, Warrior, Magician, Lover

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. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.