Dark Hearts: The Unconscious Forces That Shape Men's Lives

by Loren E. Pedersen

A fresh and intriguing perspective on men's behavior, attitudes, and psychological difficulties by tracing the development of masculinity within the context of concept of the anima, C. G. Jung's term for a man's inner nature. Drawing on evolution, anthropology, and mythology, Dr. Pedersen shows how this mysterious "other" part of man's nature influences his psychological and spiritual growth.

Genres: Psychology

268 pages, Paperback

First published May 9, 2002

Reviews

[Marisa Duarte · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pederson synthesizes contributions from Freud, Jung, Joseph Campbell and a host of modern scholars of psychology, myth, ritual, gender, crime and sexuality to explain the compulsions and emotional habits of men who he knows (including himself) or has treated as clients. This analysis is helpful, albeit deeply Western and American in orientation, and is insightful in particular read in context of books on addiction and compulsions.