The Achilles Heel Reader (Routledge Revivals)

This collection features essential articles from a magazine that examined men's sexual politics, offering insights into masculinity and its evolution.

Originally published in 1991, The Achilles Heel Reader (Routledge Revivals) compiles significant articles from the groundbreaking magazine Achilles Heel, which focused on men's sexual politics. The book includes a thoughtful introduction by the editor, which places the magazine within its broader intellectual and historical framework. This context helps to illuminate the themes explored in the articles, making them more accessible to contemporary readers.

Achilles Heel, first introduced in 1978, was dedicated to exploring positive representations of masculinity. It aimed to encourage men to reflect on their roles in relation to women, urging them to embrace responsibility for the power dynamics at play in personal and societal contexts. The magazine sought to foster a dialogue about the transformation of masculinity in light of feminist challenges, addressing issues such as work, sexuality, family, and class.

By merging personal narratives with political discourse, The Achilles Heel Reader (Routledge Revivals) invites readers to engage with fundamental questions surrounding socialist theory and practice. This collection is particularly valuable for students and scholars in sociology, women's studies, politics, and cultural studies, as it highlights the intersection of feminism and socialism in the ongoing quest for gender equity and understanding.