Through Our Eyes provides detailed examinations of the plight of African American men and youth. Garfield analyzes the effects of racism, gender roles, and violence on African American men. This book is a welcome addition to the growing body of literature that investigates the impacts of racism, sexism, and violence on African American men and youth.
* Journal of African American History *
A poignant, insightful glimpse into what it means to be black and male in the US. Garfield captures the complex intersection of the age-old tension of structure and agency in identity formation, and leaves readers more fully understanding the social construction of black masculinity. Recommended. * Choice *
Garfield lays the foundation for a more nuanced way of thinking about African American masculinity. The book succeeds by showing readers that masculinity is not static, and that history and personal stories can help us to understand the often overlooked and misunderstood, everchanging African American male.
* Contemporary Sociology *
This insightful book lends depth and intimacy to the examination of violence in the everyday lives of African American men. Garfield delves into the motivations and reactions of these men, challenging stereotypes and creating a humanistic portrait of these individuals. -- Alford A. Young, Jr. * University of Michigan, Ann Arbor *
Through Our Eyes provides detailed examinations of the plight of African American men and youth. Garfield analyzes the effects of racism, gender roles, and violence on African American men. This book is a welcome addition to the growing body of literature that investigates the impacts of racism, sexism, and violence on African American men and youth.
* Journal of African American History *
A poignant, insightful glimpse into what it means to be black and male in the US. Garfield captures the complex intersection of the age-old tension of structure and agency in identity formation, and leaves readers more fully understanding the social construction of black masculinity. Recommended. * Choice *
Garfield lays the foundation for a more nuanced way of thinking about African American masculinity. The book succeeds by showing readers that masculinity is not static, and that history and personal stories can help us to understand the often overlooked and misunderstood, everchanging African American male.
* Contemporary Sociology *
This insightful book lends depth and intimacy to the examination of violence in the everyday lives of African American men. Garfield delves into the motivations and reactions of these men, challenging stereotypes and creating a humanistic portrait of these individuals. -- Alford A. Young, Jr. * University of Michigan, Ann Arbor *
