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aniket_shevade's review
4.0
This book briefs about various socioeconomic factors which might be contributing to the 'demise of guys' or young men falling behind women in career. Though the book mainly discusses the situation in American society, some of the points do apply for young men in Indian society- like the Internet, video games and pornography. This book does a good job of bringing attention to the obstacles in front of young men, who have been troubled by the confused narrative of masculinity in 21st century increasingly feminist American society.
bennyawesome's review
3.0
Poignant observation into the issues young men are facing today. Excessive porn and gaming are you culprits, now move along. You can also watch the TED talk here: https://www.ted.com/talks/zimchallenge
One thing I've enjoyed is the resource links at the end of the book.
One thing I've enjoyed is the resource links at the end of the book.
al_villanueva's review
5.0
Definitely a great book. It may be seen as too short to deal with such an important topic, but that is because it's a TED book. It certainly sheds light on some of blurry problems people may assume exist but never really define. Each resource quoted in the book is a whole realm to be explored. I think this can be helpful not only for parents, but also for young men and teenagers as well.
javalette's review
3.0
I wanted to read this book to shed light on some of the reasons young men under 30 in my life seem generally to lack ambition and maturity. Also, I have been troubled to observe how many men I know in this age group are still living at home with their parents. While the book generally kept my interest and did raise some points I had not considered, I was disappointed in the depth topics like pornography and excessive playing of video games were explored. I believe there are more influential environmental and societal factors to be considered. Finally, I was most intrigued by the summary of how the American public education system may have a negative impact on the development of young men today. This made sense to me and prompted a lot of thought.
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