Friday 3 April 2009

Masculinity that doesn't wash off in the sink

'the distinction between masculinity and femininity is not one of 'outdoors' and 'indoors.' Women can consider a field and buy it for a vineyard, they can work in the garden, they can tend the fruit trees, and be a glory to their sex. Men can work inside too, helping and leading with many domestic duties, though their focus will be different. Role relationships are clear to the wise, but for those who want life to conform to wooden simplicities, they are a stumbling block.' (p21)

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