SHAME! AND MASCULINITY

Since the MeToo movement, the masculine exercise of power has been closely scrutinised. The focus on toxic masculinity impacts ou r perception of male sexuality, which substantially influences the self-image and self-esteem of men. Men are being shamed by others , and they also feel ashamed. This book explores both positions, examining the representation of male sexuality, nudity, fatherhood, violence, rape, fascism and virility, and men and war from male as well as female perspectives.