Messages Men Hear: Constructing Masculinities

by Ian M. Harris

Book Overview

Why do men behave the way they do? The "science" of gender studies is less than 25 years old and it is only recently that scholars and popular authors interested in gender have started to examine the issues associated with masculinity.; This text is based on over 10 years research, and constructs a comprehensive theory of masculinity by exploring in great detail 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: 0.05 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.