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Stiffed
The Betrayal of the American Man
Book • 1999
In 'Stiffed', Susan Faludi examines the crisis of masculinity in late 20th-century America.
Through deeply researched and empathetic character studies of various men, including industrial workers, combat veterans, and evangelical husbands, Faludi reveals how the shift from a 'utilitarian' manliness grounded in civic and communal service to an 'ornamental' masculinity shaped by entertainment, marketing, and performance values has disfigured men's lives and destroyed their chances at happiness.
The book delves into the social and economic forces that have shattered the postwar compact defining American manhood, offering a searing portrait of modern-day male America and the ongoing gender war.
Through deeply researched and empathetic character studies of various men, including industrial workers, combat veterans, and evangelical husbands, Faludi reveals how the shift from a 'utilitarian' manliness grounded in civic and communal service to an 'ornamental' masculinity shaped by entertainment, marketing, and performance values has disfigured men's lives and destroyed their chances at happiness.
The book delves into the social and economic forces that have shattered the postwar compact defining American manhood, offering a searing portrait of modern-day male America and the ongoing gender war.
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Michael Hobbs as a book offering insights into the manipulation of men's anxieties for political gain.
Michael Hobbs as a book offering insights into the manipulation of men's anxieties for political gain.
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