American Man: Speaking the Truth about the War on Masculinity

by Lawrence Jones

Fox & Friends cohost Lawrence Jones​  delivers the common sense book America needs more than ever in this definitive takedown of the left’s never-ending attacks on masculinity.

A generation ago it was understood that men and women were unique, yet interdependent, and designed by God to be that way. Today, the woke crowd wants you to believe masculinity is “toxic.” In his first book, Lawrence embarks on a thorough examination of who is doing the attacking and why. Informed by his travels across the country for Fox News, Lawrence explains how confused progressives are about manhood—and how powerful the need is to set the record straight. Men, he argues, are indispensable to thriving families and prosperous societies, and the sooner men start acting like men, the better off we all will be.  Packed with stories from his own life and work, Lawrence makes a persuasive case for the virtues of manliness—courage, resilience, godliness, and self-reliance among others. Lawrence challenges his fellow men to live up to their responsibilities as men and to fill the cultural void woke ideologues have been happy to exploit. In confronting the chaos of contemporary culture, Lawrence is forced to reexamine his own beliefs as he spurs an honest discussion about what it means to be a man in America. The book also includes candid, never-before-shared interviews conducted by Lawrence of his Fox News colleagues, like Sean Hannity, Mark Levin, Pete Hegseth, Will Cain, as well as other prominent voices like NFL great Ben Watson and actor Dean Cain. This insightful and uncompromising book from one of the country’s fastest rising stars will enlighten and inspire readers—as it proves once and for all the crucial role men can and must play in American life today.

Genres: Nonfiction

256 pages, Hardcover

Published October 10, 2023

Reviews

[Michael Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book. In eleven chapters Jones expands on topics that both make a man and what society is currently doing to destroy masculinity. Chapters include; Father, protector, Godly, disciplined, chivalrous, timely, resilient, fit, married, provider and knowledgeable. In each case, he provides some historical basis from throughout history and how people of the time fit into the particular chapter. He also brings up aspects of his upbringing and how that impacted his currently life. He talks about upbringing of several well know scholars of today and their struggles as they matured. Sowell, Carson and King triumphed over single parent homes to excel but in general those homes were there is only parent often the males fail to complete school and fall into a endless trap. He also talks about how these boys gravitate to the streets for male leadership and direction. He quotes aspects of the bible to support the chapter and information presented. This book is a fast read and would suggest it to high school senior boys up both single and married.

[Ken Pickard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book by Lawrence Jones is a profound defence of traditional masculinity and manhood. Frankly, I was predisposed to like it before reading it as I had heard him on a book interview on talk radio and found myself nodding in agreement as he spoke about the importance of men in society. While the book is "simple," it's because its purpose it to reach a wide audience and to make a clear case for manhood at a time - now - in which masculinity is often labeled "toxic."

Lawrence is a real man and, by this, I mean to compliment him. If American culture is to be saved, it will be due to our young men who stop capitulating to misandry and stand proudly at the center of society. Women are proud to be women, and so should men be proud to be men. Period. Screw the misandrists.

[Becca M · Rating 1 out of 5]

Today, the woke crowd wants you to believe masculinity is “toxic.” No, immediately that’s wrong right off the bat. Masculinity itself isn’t toxic, but there is a type of masculinity that is. Which is why it’s called ‘Toxic Masculinity,’ and not just ‘Masculinity.’ But don’t let that get in your way of making a load of stuff up and adding in the word woke a few times to keep those who like to be outraged at made up things happy. I’m sure there will be a few boycotts you can all get involved with too. Maybe you can get annoyed at another beer for being inclusive or something. For people that love the idea of masculinity, you sure do act like snowflakes.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've been watching Lawrence Jones since his time with The Blaze. American Man brings together personal experience, history, and current interviews to make the case that masculinity is a virtue to be kindled, not a toxic lifestyle. Jones suggests Biblical and Judeo-Christian values form the underpinning, although religious belief is not necessary to being a good man. Chapters elaborate on the various values that make up what a man should be, with detailed examples showing the how and why.
Overall, Jones makes a clear and compelling case for encouraging strong values in support of American society.

[Christine D · Rating 2 out of 5]

I agree with what he wrote and I give him much credit for putting pen to paper on many issues which are becoming 'unpopular' but I think he got bogged down by footnotes and the writing style was a little clunky.

[Michelle Pulignani · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very agreeable.

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding and much needed in today’s world.

This book is simply and powerfully written and reads quickly.

I highly recommend this book.

[Cooper Tong · Rating 5 out of 5]

An extremely easy book to read and comprehend- but a very powerfully expressed message of men’s roles. I think every man and woman should read this. Masculinity is not Toxic.

[Rayshawn Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

You won't be disappointed with this read!!

[Adam Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Should be required reading for every father to be. And maybe a part of sex ed classes.

[Stephen Tuck · Rating 2 out of 5]

One of those books that Foxnews journalists seem contractually obligated to produce. The research is nearly all from Google. The analysis (such as it is) is trite and clichéd. Not worth your time.

[Jeff J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reflection about the war on masculinity.