Macho Men in South African Gyms: The Idealization of Spornosexuality (1st ed. 2022) (Palgrave Studies in Masculinity, Sport and Exercise)

By: Jacques Rothmann

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Synopsis: This book explores the experiences of self-identified heterosexual and gay men in contemporary South African gym contexts, particularly as it relates to how the intersection of spornosexual and inclusive masculinities inform their views and enactment of their masculine and sexual identities. Chapters engage with findings from an in-depth qualitative sociological exploration on issues surrounding these masculinities among men living in South Africa who engage in gym work. The author demonstrates that men, when given the opportunity to reflect on their own and the masculinity of others, acknowledge how they promote softer, kinder, disciplined, playful, and sexually agentic masculinities through their look and touch.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9783031154409
Related ISBNs:: 9783031154393
Publisher:: Springer International Publishing
Date of Addition:: 12/15/22
Copyrighted By:: The Editor
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Entertainment, Nonfiction, Sports, Art and Architecture, Social Studies, Sociology
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.