THE GOLDEN ASS OF APULEIUS: THE LIBERATION OF THE FEMININE IN MAN. REVISED EDITION. by Franz, Marie-Louise von - 1992

Boston: Shambhala, 1992. 246 pp, 8 3/8" H. A C.G. Jung Foundation Book. " 'Today there is much discussion of the liberation of women,' writes Marie-Louise von Franz, 'but it is sometimes overlooked that this can only succeed if there is a change in men as well. Just as women have to overcome the patriarchal tyrant in their own souls, men have to liberate and differentiate their inner femininity. Only then will a better relationship of the sexes be possible.' It is this timely theme that Dr. von Franz explores in her psychological study of a classic work of the second century, 'The Golden Ass' by Apuleius of Madaura. The novel recounts the adventures of a young Roman who is transformed into an ass and eventually finds spiritual renewal through initiation into the Isis mysteries. With its many tales within a tale (including the celebrated story of Psyche and Eros), the text as interpreted by Dr. von Franz is a rich source of insights, anecdotes, and scholarly amplification." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - very slight lean to the spine, small crease with some wear at the top corner of the front cover - small minor crease at the bottom corner.. Not Signed. First Printing.. Soft Cover. Very Good.