“No male successfully measures up to patriarchal standards without engaging in an ongoing practice of self-betrayal.”
Quote by Bell Hooks
Work
The Will to Change: Men, Masculinity, and Love
This book delves into the societal constructs of masculinity and how they influence men's experiences in love and life. It examines the challenges and opportunities for change in the context of personal development and intimate relationships. more
Author
Bell Hooks
Bell Hooks, born Gloria Jean Watkins, is an American author, scholar, and activist. Her work primarily focuses on issues of race, gender, and social justice, particularly on feminist and black feminist thought. Hooks' works include novels, poetry, academic writings, and autobiographies, and her writing style is beloved by readers for its profound social insight and desire for change. more
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