As an extremely feminist belief system, Wicca tends to appeal largely to women, with most books and media about Wicca either gender neutral or appealing to the fairer sex. That’s why works directed at males, especially young males, are rare, and good works (that is, non-derivative, with something to actually say) even more so. Dancing Rabbit’s Way of the Horned God fits into the very rare category.
Far from being another Wicca FAQ/philosophical discussion (and we have plenty of those), the work provides a thoughtful take on the pagan male’s journey to adulthood. Included are rituals for spiritual growth and development, practical advice for dealing with puberty, schoolwork, unsupportive parents, and ways to connect with nature. The author notes how rites of passage, especially for males, have been discarded or made so mundane as to be almost meaningless (getting a driver’s licence, graduation ceremonies, etc), leaving adolescents to prove their manhood to their peers by engaging in drugs, sex and violence, something the book seeks to correct.
At no time does the material come off as preachy, and instead provides an active guideline for living as a Pagan, rather than a stale helping of passive theology. Even as a 26-year old, I came away with new ways to incorporate my path into my daily life. This is a book that’s long overdue, and something I would recommend to any Pagan male.
The Witches Dance 