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He knows alone who has wandered wide,
and far has fared on the way,
what manner of mind a man doth own
who is wise of head and heart.

The Havamal




Pagan Men Men's Spirituality Neopaganism
Wicca Asatru Druidism
Native American Other Paths Miscellaneous




Pagan Men

The Pagan Man
by Isaac Bonewits

An interesting and insightful look into the much-neglected world of Pagan men. This book features a section on the Royal Order of the Knights of Herne.



Sacred Paths for Modern Men
by Dagonet Dewr

"Hip, funny, and direct, this pagan belief guide explores twelve powerful male archetypes and their relevance for men today: The Divine Child, Lover, Warrior, Trickster, Green Man, Guide, Craftsman, Magician, Destroyer, King, Healer, and Sacrificed One."



Wiccan Warrior: Walking a Spiritual Path in a Sometimes Hostile World
by Kerr Cuhulain

"Written by a Wiccan police officer and martial artist, Wiccan Warrior combines personal insights and real-life anecdotes with ritual, magick, energy work, meditation, self-examination, and self-discipline."



Full Contact Magick: A Book of Shadows for the Wiccan Warrior
by Kerr Cuhulain

"Incorporate the Warrior archetype into your magickal practice and experience the power of full contact magick. Written by a Wiccan police officer, this no-nonsense guide gives you the foundation for taking control of your destiny."





Men's Spirituality

Iron John: A Book about Men
by Robert Bly

"Bly, a major American poet who won a National Book Award in 1968, appears regularly at workshops for men. The book's title refers to a mentor-like figure in a Grimms fairy tale who serves as Wild Man, initiator, and source of divine energy for a young man. This marvelous folktale of resonant, many-layered meanings is an apt choice for demonstrating the need for men to learn from other men how to honor and reimagine the positive image of their masculinity."



Fire in the Belly: On Being a Man
by Sam Keen

One of the classics of the men's movement, this book offers "an inspiring guide for men seeking new personal ideals of strength, potency, and warriorship in their lives."



King, Warrior, Magician, Lover: Rediscovering the Archetypes of the Mature Masculine
by Robert Moore and Douglas Gillette

"To help males become more nurturing and mature, Moore and Gillette identify four archetypes of masculine energies from myth and literature: the Lover, brimming with vitality and sensitivity; the Magician, guider of the processes of inner and outer transformation; the selfless and wise King identified with Adam or primordial man; and the Warrior, whose energies often go awry in destructive activity. Dream analysis, meditation, Jungian "active imagination" and ritual processes are among the tools set forth in a clear, concise map to territories of masculine selfhood."




Neopaganism

Rites of Worship: A Neopagan Approach
by Isaac Bonewits

The definitive guide to planning, organizing, and leading group Neopagan ritual. Isaac, as always, is a font of information on the subject, and this well-written guide is chock-full of handy tips and good advice.



Stranger in a Strange Land
by Robert Heinlein

Arguably the most famous sci-fi novel ever written, this classic tale inspired Oberon Zell to found the Church of All Worlds, one of the first modern Pagan religious organizations in existence.





Wicca

Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner
by Scott Cunningham

After all these years, still arguably the best Wiccan primer text in existence. Highly recommended reading, even for those who have been Pagan for years.



The Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft
by Ronald Hutton

Though admittedly a bit dry and technical for pleasure reading, this book gives a clear, scholarly explanation of the true origins of Neopagan Witchcraft.



Witchcraft: A Concise Guide
by Isaac Bonewits

As Isaac puts it, "A clear, honest and succinct history of all the different ideas and behaviors that have been labeled 'witchcraft' over the centuries."





Druidism

Bonewits' Essential Guide to Druidism
by Isaac Bonewits

"A book about Druids unlike any other, Bonewits�s Essential Guide to Druidism not only goes far behind the usual Celtic and Classical references by discussing the evolution and migration of the Proto-Indo-European peoples, from whom the Celts arose, but also discusses the beliefs and ritual practices of both the British and American streams of modern Druidry, as well as providing warnings about deceptive Druid organizations and authors. This is a book that belongs in the library of every modern Druid, regardless of their particular path or style of Druidism."




Asatru

Our Troth
by Kveldulf Gundarsson

"Our Troth is the single most comprehensive book available on the reborn religion of Heathenry -- the pre-Christian religion of the Germanic peoples. First published in 1993 but out of print for years, Our Troth is back in print, featuring updates and additions from its original compiler, Kveldulf Gundarsson, and from many other Heathen writers, all edited by well-known author Diana L. Paxson. Volume 1 covers the history and lore of Heathen religion, from its deepest Stone Age roots to its flowering today, with information on the Gods, Goddesses, and other beings that receive honor and worship, and the ethics of being Heathen."




Native American

Black Elk Speaks
by John G. Neihardt

The life of Black Elk, a Lakota medicine man who lived through the Ghost Dance movement of the late 19th century. A classic text for any student of Native American spirituality.



Lame Deer: Seeker of Visions
by John (Fire) Lame Deer and Richard Erdoes

An intriguing look at the life of Lame Deer, a Lakota medicine man in the mid 20th century, this book delves deep into the symbolism and mystery of Native American spirituality, especially how it has adapted to modern times.





Other Paths

The Tao Te Ching of Lao Tzu
translated by Brian Browne Walker

The holy book of Taoism, this translation does a great job of providing a clear English meaning while retaining the poetic beauty of the original text.



Hagakure
by Yamamoto Tsunetomo, translated by William Scott Wilson

"Hagakure ('In the Shadow of Leaves') is a manual for the samurai classes consisting of a series of short anecdotes and reflections that give both insight and instruction in the philosophy and code of behavior that foster the true spirit of Bushido - the Way of the Warrior."



The Book of Five Rings
by Miyamoto Musashi, translated by William Scott Wilson

"Setting down his thoughts on swordplay, on winning, and on spirituality, legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi intended this modest work as a guide for his immediate disciples and future generations of samurai. He had little idea he was penning a masterpiece that would be eagerly devoured by people in all walks of life centuries after his death. Along with The Art of War by Sun Tzu, The Book of Five Rings has long been regarded as an invaluable treatise on the strategy of winning. Musashi's timeless advice on defeating an adversary, throwing an opponent off-guard, creating confusion, and other techniques for overpowering an assailant was addressed to the readers of earlier times on the battlefield, and now serves the modern reader in the battle of life."



The Art of War
by Sun Tzu, translated by Thomas Cleary

"Conflict is an inevitable part of life, according to this ancient Chinese classic of strategy, but everything necessary to deal with conflict wisely, honorably, victoriously, is already present within us. Compiled more than two thousand years ago by a mysterious warrior-philosopher, The Art of War is still perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world, as eagerly studied in Asia by modern politicians and executives as it has been by military leaders since ancient times. As a study of the anatomy of organizations in conflict, The Art of War applies to competition and conflict in general, on every level from the interpersonal to the international. Its aim is invincibility, victory without battle, and unassailable strength through understanding the physics, politics, and psychology of conflict."





Miscellaneous

The Modern Gentleman: A Guide to Essential Manners, Savvy & Vice
by Phineas Mollod and Jason Tesauro

A sophisticated yet trenchant commentary on what it means to be a gentleman in modern times, chock-full of helpful hints to aid in the pursuit of both manners and mischief.






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