
David Gilmore's anthropological study explores the concept of manhood across various non-industrialized cultures worldwide. He argues that manhood is not a natural state but a cultural construct, often requiring men to prove themselves through acts of bravery, assertiveness, and contribution to the community, challenging the idea of men as inherently lazy or self-interested.
this amazing book called Manhood in the Making by the anthropologist David Gilmore.
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"David Gilmore is explicitly mentioned as the anthropologist who wrote 'Manhood in the Making,' and the book's central thesis about cultural concepts of masculinity and the necessity of rites of passage for men is discussed in detail."




