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A review by evelynritzi
For the Love of Men: A New Vision for Mindful Masculinity by Liz Plank
hopeful
informative
medium-paced
4.0
A non-fiction investigation into toxic masculinity, and the hope of mindful masculinity in our modern world.
This is a powerful read for anyone. It examines how our patriarchal system harms everyone, with a focus on the unique limitations men face due to the spoken/unspoken roles they’re expected to fulfill in society. The patriarchy puts men in a box from a very early age and anyone who doesn’t fit into the definition of masculinity is shamed.
I especially enjoyed that this used a lot of academic sources and anecdotal stories from men.
This is a powerful read for anyone. It examines how our patriarchal system harms everyone, with a focus on the unique limitations men face due to the spoken/unspoken roles they’re expected to fulfill in society. The patriarchy puts men in a box from a very early age and anyone who doesn’t fit into the definition of masculinity is shamed.
I especially enjoyed that this used a lot of academic sources and anecdotal stories from men.
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexism