Crossing the Soul's River: A Rite of Passage for Men
A recent study at Harvard University concluded that the proverbial midlife crisis is largely a myth. The proponents of the study acknowledged, however, that the time of midlife is a period rich with possibility for growth. In Crossing The Soul's River, William Roberts not only suggests but outlines a rite of passage for men who find themselves at this threshold of both danger and opportunity.More than a few calls have been issued for a male rite of passage. For example, James Hollis has noted, As Mircea Eliade, Joseph Campbell, and other observers ... have suggested, our culture has lost the mythic road map which helps locate a person in a larger context. Intertwining theology, psychology, and his own harrowing journey through midlife, Roberts addresses the importance of traversing the soul's river in search of personal growth and the need for guidance through this passage. He then constructs a series of soul tasks to facilitate the rite of passage toward reconciliation with the self.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0829812598
ISBN13:9780829812596
Release Date:January 1998
Publisher:Pilgrim Press
Length:154 Pages
Weight:0.58 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"
Customer Reviews
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A must read for men approaching the time of mid-life.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Crossing the Soul's River is a very informative, thought provoking book you want to discuss with other men. I appreciated Bill Roberts understanding and ability to offer the tale of one who has been there. The use of scripture enhanced both the book and the value of a rite of passage. One of the first conversation's I had after reading the book was with a friend, I started telling him about the book and his comment was " I thought it was just me". Since completing the book, I have been seriously considering a group to meet, discuss and help each other thru the process of mid-life. Good Job, Bill Roberts!!
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