How Not To Be a Boy
How Not To Be a Boy
An actor's memoir challenging conventional ideas of manhood
About This Book
Escaping the Masculine Mold (2017) presents writer and actor Robert Webb's deeply personal memoir chronicling his experience growing up male in England's countryside. Webb specifically addresses the challenges of being a young person who didn't fit traditional expectations of masculinity. The book functions simultaneously as an intimate personal narrative and a witty critique of the societal demands placed on boys and men.
Who Should Read This?
- People who appreciate humor mixed with personal storytelling
- Those challenging traditional gender expectations
- Admirers of Robert Webb’s work in Peep Show and other productions
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