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The Macho Paradox: Why Some Men Hurt Women and and How All Men Can Help [Paperback]

Jackson Katz
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April 16, 2006
Praise for The Macho Paradox

"An honest, intellectually rigorous and insightful work that challenges readers to truly engage in a political discourse that can change lives, communities and nations."

--Rosalind Wiseman, author of Queen Bees and Wannabes

"Jackson Katz is an American hero! With integrity and courage, he has taken his message--that the epidemic of violence against women is a men's issue--into athletic terms, the military and frat houses across the country. His book explains carefully and convincingly why--and how--men can become part of the solution, and work with women to build a world in which everyone is safer."

--Michael Kimmel, author of Manhood in America, spokesperson, National Organization for Men Against Sexism (NOMAS)

"If only men would read Katz's book, it could serve as a potent form of male consciousness-raising."

--Publishers Weekly

"This book leaves no man behind when it comes to taking violence against women personally....After reading this book you can see how important it is to be a stand-up guy and not a standy-by guy, no matter what race or culture you come from."

--Alfred L. McMichael, 14th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps and now serving as the Sergeant Major of NATO

"A candid look at the cultural factors that lend themselves to tolerance of abuse and violence against women."

--Booklist

"These pages will empower both men and women to end the scourge of male violence and abuse. Katz knows how to cut to the core of the issues, demonstrating undeniably that stopping the degradation of women should be every man's priority."

--Lundy Bancroft, author of Why Does He Do That?: Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men

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Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Katz is cofounder of the Mentors in Violence Prevention Program (MVP), and his focus is on prevention—his intended audience is not violent men who need help changing their ways, but all men, who, he says, have a role to play in preventing male violence against women. His basic assertion is that rape, battering, sexual abuse and harassment are so widespread that they must be viewed as a social problem rooted in our culture, not as the problem of troubled individuals. He urges men to directly confront the misogynistic attitudes and behavior of their peers. Some men may find Katz's advice occasionally baffling: he is full of directions about what not to do (such as paternalistic actions that deprive women of their autonomy). He wants to bring men into the larger discussion of pornography (which, he points out, has been dominated by women) and get them to look at its impact on themselves. Katz also presents eye-opening exercises and discussions from the MVP model that engender productive discussion among participants—usually high school or college students. If only men would read Katz's book, it could serve as a potent form of male consciousness-raising.
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From Booklist

Katz, an antisexist male activist, repositions violence against women as a broader cultural issue, not just a women's issue. Arguing for a "far-reaching cultural revolution," Katz explores those aspects of American culture that promote violence against women, focusing separate chapters on pornography, prostitution, and other sex-related businesses as well as sexual violence in the military, the music industry, and athletics. He catalogs the troubling statistics regarding domestic violence, sexual harassment, and other acts of violence and hostility by men against women, but he is most powerful when detailing encounters with men and women speaking about their personal experiences. Based on his work with gender violence, the book also offers advice on how men can ally with women to curb violence and change those aspects of the "boys will be boys" attitude on male aggressiveness and masculinity that can lead to violence and abuse. This is a candid look at the cultural factors that lend themselves to tolerance of abuse and violence against women. Vanessa Bush
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved

Product Details

  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Sourcebooks (April 16, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1402204019
  • ISBN-13: 978-1402204012
  • Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 0.8 x 8.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #96,766 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.7 out of 5 stars
I highly recommend this book to both men and women, as its message is one we severely need today. Luke Reynolds  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
I wish I had 200 copies of this book. Amy  |  3 reviewers made a similar statement
This book is both accessible and sophisticated in its approach. J. Moser  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
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34 of 38 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this for the men in your life.... June 1, 2006
By Amy
Format:Paperback
I wish I had 200 copies of this book. There are so many men I know that can find themselves depicted in Katz's clear and insightful reflections on male culture today. Why has the violence women suffer at the hands of some men been called a "woman's issue"? Where's the curiosity and creativity of more men when it comes to looking at why violence and sexual violence in particular are so epidemic? Or even, more dangerously, glamorized in aspects of the pornography industry? Forget "Pretty Woman" or "The Girl Next Door" and dive into real life. Katz has done his research and articulates a vision that should make every man stand up and collectively work to make this a world they are proud their daughters and sons will inherit. I really wish I had 200 copies....
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29 of 34 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars great book on many levels January 4, 2007
Format:Paperback
This book is both accessible and sophisticated in its approach. It covers political and social issues and popular culture in great depth. However, Katz pitches his argument to the broadest possible audience; he almost never uses jargon. I used the introductory chapter in a classroom with both high school and college students, and they all responded to the piece with enthusiasm. Another aspect of the book that elevates it above many similar works is Katz's use of personal anecdotes from his career as an anti-sexist activist to illustrate his points. These stories not only help to ground the book in reality, but they make it clear that the author has tested his ideas in the field of deeds. He has constantly sought out new audiences and been challenged to refine his approach. He advocates for a very inclusive model of gender violence prevention. He wants us to be honest with ourselves and call "domestic violence" what it is--men's violence against women. However, he also makes it clear that viewing all men as potential perpetrators is not the answer. Rather, encouraging men to take the issue personally and own up to their social responsibility, while encouraging others to do the same, can make a huge difference. For anyone who would like to learn more about men's violence against women, or gender and society in general, this book is a great place to start.
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20 of 24 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerfully Realizing What Happens All around Us October 10, 2007
Format:Paperback
Jackson Katz's book could be one of the most important I have ever read, hands-down. Two years ago, after my wife came home from a graduate-level class, she told me we needed to watch Katz's documentary, Tough Guise (MEF). The documentary revolutionized the way I veiwed masculinity both in myself and in our culture. I then found Katz's book. The Macho Paradox does the exact same thing: Katz includes an amazing array of statistics as well as references to a variety of studies and cultural icons in order to prove his case--that masculinity needs a serious overhaul in our contemporary culture. No longer can we allow women to be abused in such rampant fashion. Katz explodes the myth that men are simply "born" with a bent towards aggression and violence; rather, he questions and explores what in our culture teaches men to behave the way we do. I highly recommend this book to both men and women, as its message is one we severely need today.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
This is required reading for a college level class that I am taking. It is very well written and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone!
Published 29 days ago by occ.shopper
5.0 out of 5 stars If you're not outraged, you're not paying attention
Katz practically shouts the alarming seriousness of violence against women, mostly with simple statistics including that one in four women will become a victim. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Joshua N Powell
5.0 out of 5 stars A must-reader!
This is one of the best books I have read in a long time about how to end violence against women. The author analyses very well how the angle must be turned away from the women... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Line
5.0 out of 5 stars Jackson Katz ROCKS!!
Jackson Katz "tells it like it is" and does so through a down-to-earth writing style! This is a great accompaniment in my sociology classes.
Published 4 months ago by Cathy L Matresse
5.0 out of 5 stars Look elsewhere for help
The Macho Paradox is an outgrowth of the Vigana Group

See the books
The Gift of Fear by Gavin De Becker and
Toxic Men by Lillian Glass.
Published 4 months ago by Steven
5.0 out of 5 stars high quality
Great for beginning psych college student. Would buy this product again for another kid if they were taking the same class
Published 5 months ago by Sandra M. Griffin
5.0 out of 5 stars Taking Responsibility
Dr. katz did an amazing job with his book "The Macho Paradox". It goes into great depths about how all men (even the self-proclaimed "good guys") can help the fight against sexism,... Read more
Published on March 16, 2010 by Sam J.C.
5.0 out of 5 stars FANTASTIC
I wish that every male was required to read this in high school or college. It would really change the current way men view their masculinity. Read more
Published on February 15, 2010 by Mandy
5.0 out of 5 stars Macho Paradox
I've heard so many good things about this book. I am only on the second chapter and I already love it. It has soooo much knowledge in there. I would definitly recommend it.
Published on May 15, 2009 by Jose Sanchez Uribe
2.0 out of 5 stars What a tragedy
I didn't read the whole book, but enough. Katz wants to alert men to a very real problem. The book's not a total loss: thanks to him, I remembered all of the women I've known... Read more
Published on March 10, 2009 by Josiah Kirby White
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