Overview

An examination of some of the canonical works of modern literature in English and German with regard to masculinity, relations between men, national identity and patriarchy. These were major preoccupations of male writers as they came to terms with or reacted against the decline of patriarchal authority. The book identifies five leitmotifs which serve to characterize the period between 1880 and 1930: the ""double"", the ""other"" (narcissus and Salome), the nationalization of Narcissus, Kampf or male bondage, and after patriarchy. Again and again one sees how men attempted to define themselves against what they imagined as ""femininity"", not merely outside but also within their selves, and further how men sought to overcome or find a socially acceptable expression for their narcissistic, homosexual and even sadomasochist libido.

Full Product Details

9780826415127

Table of Contents

Reviews

The writing is friendly and filled with interesting tidbits about Wesley that reveal a real person. Recommended. -Church Libraries A brief but readable biography, this book has a place in any library where the Methodist movement is studied. -Christian Librarian As we celebrate the life and ministry of John Wesley, the founder of the great Wesleyan-Methodist movement, Ralph Waller, as theologian, scholar, and pastor has captured the faith, theology, and spirit of this man of God. This is 'must reading' for all who seek to find both the historical truths and passion and their formation in Wesley's faithful and extremely effective life, which transformed England and now the world. Robert E. Fannin, Bishop, UnitedMethodist Church, North Alabama Conference

As we celebrate the life and ministry of John Wesley, the founder of the great Wesleyan-Methodist movement, Ralph Waller, as theologian, scholar, and pastor has captured the faith, theology, and spirit of this man of God. This is 'must reading' for all who seek to find both the historical truths and passion and their formation in Wesley's faithful and extremely effective life, which transformed England and now the world. Robert E. Fannin, Bishop, United<br>Methodist Church, North Alabama Conference<br>

Author Information

Ralph Waller is a noted British Methodist scholar who won the Templeton Prize for Progress in Religion (1993).

Tab Content 6

Countries Available