Format:
xviii, 332 p. ;
,
24 cm.
ISBN:
978-0-06-083134-9
Content:
A leading authority in gender studies profiles American males between the ages of sixteen and twenty-six, offering insight into their belief systems, relationships, and preferences, in a report that also discusses the sources of violent and deviant behaviors. By the author of Manhood in America: A Cultural History
Note:
"Understanding the critical years between 16 and 26"--Jacket. - Includes bibliographical references (p. [291-316]) and index. - Welcome to Guyland -- "What's the rush?" : Guyland as a new stage of development -- "Bros before hos" : the guy code -- High school : boot camp for Guyland -- The rites of almost-men : binge drinking, fraternity hazing, and the elephant walk -- Sports crazy -- Boys and their toys : Guyland's media -- Babes in Boyland : pornography -- Hooking up : sex in Guyland -- Predatory sex and party rape -- Girls in Guyland : eyes on the guys -- "Just guys"
Language:
English
Keywords:
Männliche Jugend
;
Pubertätskrise
Author information:
Kimmel, Michael 1951-