This book deals with all of those things that we Americans are taught to ignore, to sweep under the rug, to not think about; in other words, to the things we keep in the dark: death, anger, fear, illness, and yes, even sex. The Dark Archetype explores these concerns by focusing on the magick and mystery of goddesses such as Kali, Hekate, and Lilith; and gods such as Set, Loki, Dionysos, and Shiva-deities who have not been given their due because of their less-than-desireable sides. The authors guide you through the world of darkness, unleashing the history and myth associated with each archetype.