43 pages 1 hour read

bell hooks

The Will to Change: Men, Masculinity, and Love

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003

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The Will to Change by bell hooks offers a profound and accessible exploration of masculinity and patriarchy. Readers appreciate its persuasive arguments and compassionate tone. While some critics find its repetitiveness detracts from the overall impact, most agree it provides valuable insights into gender dynamics and encourages transformative thinking.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Will to Change?

The Will to Change by bell hooks appeals to readers interested in gender studies, progressive social change, and emotional growth. Similar audiences might enjoy Judith Butler's Gender Trouble and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's We Should All Be Feminists. Ideal for those who seek to understand and transform masculinity and patriarchy.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Gender / Feminism
Love / Sexuality
Relationships
Themes
Identity: Gender
Identity: Masculinity
Values/Ideas: Equality
Genre
Psychology
Philosophy
Self Help