In Search of the Woman Warrior: Role Models for Modern Women

by Richard J. Lane, Jay Wurts

Explore powerful female archetypes, from Athena to Xena, in history and in myth to discover how they can help today's woman. More than a comprehensive survey of women warriors, this is the only book to provide an original, systematic, and practical way of interpreting the vast literature about strong females in conflict. It presents illuminating ideas for applying this knowledge to real life situations and to help women reach their full potential as they apply ancient wisdom to modern problems. They'll discover how strong females--such as Guinevere, Wonder Woman, Florence Nightingale, Amelia Earhart, and Gloria Steinem--have viewed themselves through the ages. Then, they'll use the lessons they've learned to handle conflicts at home and in the workplace. Plus, there's a revealing do-it-yourself questionnaire that measures warrior traits! This is a truly groundbreaking work that every woman must have.

Genres: Nonfiction

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1998

Reviews

[Daria Good · Rating 4 out of 5]

a look at historical and mythological female political and spiritual leaders. It mostly builds these archetypes on what stage of journey a person is at on there way to being an individual that is also off the community.
“Where as men seem to become total human beings (to reconcile themselves perhaps with their female half lost but the womb,) women seem to seek perfection or complete toon of the female principle. In western culture this has meant defining and realizing their own kind of justice.”

[Velvetink]

Library discard. 1 of 12 for $6.