The myth of masculinity

摘要: In this book, Joseph Pleck examines and analyzes the full body of research literature on male role that has appeared since 1930s subjects it to a devastating critique. He identifies components "male sex paradigm" which been basis for past forty years, notes numerous instances blatant misrepresentation data, twisted reinterpretations disconfirming results, misogyny, homophobia, class bias. proposes new theory, "sex strain paradigm," offers reinterpretation stereotyping, critique by sociobiologists allegedly demonstrates biological aggression.