Gods In Everyman: A New Psychology of Men's Lives and Loves

by Jean Shinoda Bolen

Hardcover, 1989

Status

Available

Call number

155.632

Publication

Harpercollins Publisher (1989), Edition: 1, 338 pages

Description

Using the Greek gods as cultural images of the various male archetypes, this insightful study seeks to establish a lucid yet compassionate and sensitive framework for male psychology. Whether a Hermes-like communicator, a Hephaestian loner, or a wanderer and lover in the mold of Dionysus, men are encouraged to become familiar with the gods most active within them in order to choose the most satisfying options and directions in their lives. The book is of use to women, too, in determining which archetypes they are most attracted to and which

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LibraryThing member PamelaWells
"Archetypes are a powerful tool for self-knowledge because they tap into the universal collective language we all share. Learning to become more aware of your own archetypes can help you see yourself, the bigger picture and is a good place to start creating solutions for yourself and others. This
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LibraryThing member frankcezar
Wow! Jungian psychology and Greek mythology in one clearly-written package. Couldn't put it down.

Language

Original language

English

Original publication date

1989

Physical description

6.38 x 1.26 inches

ISBN

0062500988 / 9780062500984

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