Messages Men Hear: Constructing Masculinities

By Ian M. Harris

Book Overview

This text is based on over 10 years research with 500 men from different classes, backgrounds, races and ethnic groups. It constructs a theory of masculinity by exploring masculine expectancies, how men form their gender identities and how those identities influence their behaviour.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0748402306
• ISBN13: 9780748402304
• Release Date: March 1995
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.2" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Refreshing perspective

Dr. Harris' book, based on his original research, depicts a refreshingly positive and diverse view of masculinity, without downplaying the stresses and problems of the male sex role. The best part of the book may be the numerous excerpts of interviews conducted with men from diverse backrounds.