“Sam Keen is one of the most creative, profound thinkers of our time. I personally have learned and benefited immensely from his books. He brings to the men''s movement a new kind of practical wisdom that should help both men and women.”—John Bradshaw, author of Homecoming

How does one become a “real man”? By joining a fraternity? Getting a letter in football? Conquering a lot of women? Making a lot of money?

With traditional notions of manhood under attack, today''s men (and women) are looking for a new vision of masculinityIn this groundbreaking book, Sam Keen offers an inspiring guide for men seeking new personal ideals of strength, potency, and warrior-ship in their lives.

What does it really mean to be a man? Fire in the Belly answers that question by daringly confronting outdated models that impoverish, injure, and alienate menIt shows instead how men can find their own path to understanding the unique mysteries of being male and in the process rediscover a new vitality and virility that will energize every aspect of their lives. Here is a look at men at work, at play, at war, and in love, moving from brokenness to wholeness and building nurturing, satisfying relationships with one another, their mates, and their families.

At no time in history have there been so many men looking for new roles, new attitudes, and new ways of beingIn this powerful and empowering book, author Sam Keen retells for modern times the ancient story of the search for what it means to be a man—a man with fire in his belly and passion in his heart.

“This book taught me things i didn''t know, thawed out some feelings that had been frozen, and made me remember things I thought I wanted to forgetThe growing men''s movement has added a voice and a book that captures the problems of being male and the promises of manhood achieved. I didn''t want it to end.”—John Lee, author of The Flying Boy

Format Häftad Omfång 288 sidor Språk Engelska Förlag Random House USA Inc Utgivningsdatum 1992-03-01 ISBN 9780553351378