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King, Warrior, Magician, Lover - by Robert Moore & Doug Gillette (Paperback)

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  • "A map for men...[Moore and Gillette] are handing men concrete images and explicit ways of thinking and being, ways to mature and still remain fully masculine.
  • Author(s): Robert Moore & Doug Gillette
  • 192 Pages
  • Social Science, Men's Studies

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About the Book



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.



Book Synopsis



"A map for men...[Moore and Gillette] are handing men concrete images and explicit ways of thinking and being, ways to mature and still remain fully masculine."--Chicago Sun-Times

The classic guide to the four essential male archetypes.

Masculinity is on trial, leaving many men feeling lost, threatened, or unable to clearly express themselves. Instead of leading to internal growth and maturity, paradigms like "toxic masculinity" and "man up!" ultimately lead to men and boys feeling isolated, angry, and unable to hold steady and healthy relationships--with themselves and others. King, Warrior, Magician, Lover dispels these and other common myths and stereotypes and offers a new framework for understanding men and their many facets--and the societal and emotional factors that make us who we are.

In this classic guide, Jungian analysts Robert Moore and Douglas Gillette make the argument that mature masculinity is not abusive or domineering, but generative, creative, and empowering of the self and others. Through a psychological lens, they clearly define the four mature male archetypes that stand out through myth and literature across history:

- The king--the energy of just and creative ordering

- The warrior--the energy of aggressive but nonviolent action

- The magician--the energy of initiation and transformation

- The lover--the energy that connects one to others and the world

As well as the four immature patterns that interfere with masculine potential (divine child, oedipal child, trickster, and hero). In the realm of shadow work, and by providing reflective prompts, Moore and Gillette offer space for understanding our individual and collective strengths and weaknesses, and the self-awareness and empathy that can be gained in the process.

King, Warrior, Magician, Lover is a must read for men searching for secure attachments in relationships, healthy emotional regulation, a deep sense of purpose, and the strength it takes to be selfless--and for all of us who love and raise them. Deepen your understanding of yourself and your archetype to become a more empathetic, assured, and fulfilled man.



From the Back Cover



The bestselling, widely heralded, jungian introduction to the psychological foundation of a mature, authentic, and revitalized masculinity.



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"The authors take on the difficult task of separating man from boy by excavating 'psychological facts' from ancient myths and modern movies" -- Michael J. Meade

"A map for men...[Moore and Gillette] are handing men concrete images and explicit ways of thinking and being, ways to mature and still remain fully masculine." -- Chicago Sun-Times

"A liberating guide to self-transformation." -- Publishers Weekly

"An exciting view of masculinity, one rooted not in domination but in creativity and empowerment of the self and others." -- New Age Journal

"In a world where gender roles are shifting, and many men feel pressured to conform to conflicting societal expectations, ranging from traditional stoic masculinity to having emotional intelligence, King, Warrior, Magician, Lover provides a way for balancing these forces. It shows that true strength comes from integrating all aspects of the self, avoiding the pitfalls of hyper-masculinity or emotional repression." -- Gents Café


Dimensions (Overall): 9.26 Inches (H) x 6.3 Inches (W) x .51 Inches (D)
Weight: .49 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 192
Genre: Social Science
Sub-Genre: Men's Studies
Publisher: HarperOne
Format: Paperback
Author: Robert Moore & Doug Gillette
Language: English
Street Date: August 16, 1991
TCIN: 11452221
UPC: 9780062506061
Item Number (DPCI): 248-02-6222
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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