Typical Boys!

Typical Boys!
Redefining Masculinity for a New Generation

In Typical Boys! Redefining Masculinity for a New Generation, journalist and activist Atilla Yoldaş explores how to distinguish between healthy masculinity and the toxic traits of macho culture. Drawing on scientific research and statistics, Yoldaş illustrates how ingrained societal expectations can increase boys’ risks of mental health struggles, violence, and even hatred. He poses a critical question: how do we steer boys away from these destructive patterns?

Yoldaş delivers a clear message: no boy should feel the need to harden himself, act tough, or accept mistreatment to earn respect. The time has come to rewrite the harmful narratives imposed on young men by macho culture.

Typical Boys! is an essential guide for parents, educators, and anyone committed to raising boys into compassionate and fair men.

Original title: Typiskt killar! Så gör vi pojkar till jämställda män

Published by: The Book Affair, September 2024

Reader reviews:

"The book Typical Boys!, written by a wise author and journalist, provides an important insight into macho culture and its consequences for men and society as a whole. @atillayoldas is a significant role model who fights to challenge and change this culture, inspiring others to do the same through his work. It is crucial to read and discuss these issues to promote a more inclusive and equal view of masculinity. This is a book I highly recommend and will pass on so that more people have the chance to engage with and discuss its content."

"One of the absolute best books I have ever read. In my opinion, everyone should read it, regardless of whether they are parents or not, and regardless of gender."

Bibliography:

Killboken, Rabén & Sjögren (2025)
Typiskt killar!, The Book Affair (2024)
Mansboken, Max Ström (2019)

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