Fictions that Shape Men's Lives

The Fictions that Shape Mens Lives explores and challenges traditional notions of masculinity, providing an understanding of widely-held but distorted assumptions of gender and offering men the tools to resist social pressures that conflict with their life goals or values.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 138 pages
\n Publication date: 21 April 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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The Fictions that Shape Mens Lives is a comprehensive exploration of the various myths and misconceptions surrounding masculinity. It delves into the deeply ingrained beliefs in biological determinism, the notion that men are inherently violent, and the opposition between the sexes. Through rigorous analysis, the book challenges these notions and reveals their partial or complete unfoundedness.

Examining the societal pressures to conform to gender norms and expectations, this book provides a critical understanding of the widely held but often distorted assumptions about gender. It encourages men to resist the harmful effects of conforming to masculine social pressures when they conflict with their personal goals or values, ultimately promoting a more equitable and fulfilling existence.

Written in an informal and engaging storytelling style, The Fictions that Shape Mens Lives makes complex theories and concepts accessible to a broad audience. It serves as a valuable resource for undergraduates studying introduction to Gender, Sexuality, and Masculinity courses, fostering a deeper understanding of the complexities of gender and masculinity.

\n Weight: 244g\n
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 12 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367421137\n \n