Be a Man

For decades women have shone the spotlight on equality and askedwhy they're treated like second-class citizens. They've understandably demandedfreedoms, rights and legal protections and, while they've slowly won somebattles, it has been far too long and been far too arduous. But why is that? Why have generationsof men blocked their march towards equality and what impact has it had? How do we raise sweet young boys tobecome aggressive? Why do so few fathers take parental leave? Why do men rapeso many people every year? Why do we still judge success on financial prowess?Why are three times as many men killing themselves as women? In short, how doesour masculine determination to be dominant not only impact on the women andgirls in our lives, but also the men and boys. Journalist, broadcaster, and former 'lad' Chris Hemmings sets out to explore why so few men ask such probing questions of their own sex. The answer to all these questions, and more, can be determined by discovering what, in 2017, it really means to Be A Man.