Cover of Fire in the Belly: On Being a Man

Fire in the Belly: On Being a Man

A groundbreaker of the men's consciousness movement examines how men define themselves in the '90s now that their roles have changed. Drawing from Keen's personal anecdotes and from the wide variety of men in his workshops and support groups, this work presents a revolutionary view of manhood.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 272 pages

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