254 pages, Paperback
First published November 1,1991
Amazing book!
It's not just fathers who should read this remarkable piece. In fact, anyone who is considering starting a family or is currently facing difficulties with the complex dynamics within their family would benefit greatly from it.
The book doesn't single out men and place the blame solely on them. Instead, it takes a broader view and blames society in general for imposing very limited roles upon us in the context of the family.
If both men and women could truly understand the incredible significance of having a strong, present, and encouraging father figure, children would be able to receive so much more emotional nourishment. This, in turn, would give them a much better opportunity to succeed in all aspects of their lives.
It's high time we recognized the importance of this and took steps to change the现状.
If you are a person who lives in the real world, it is advisable not to waste your precious time on this book. The only reason it managed to receive some stars is that it might serve as a starting point for future works that explore the relationship between fathers and their impact on children.
The author of this book seems to go to great lengths to shift the responsibility for the father's actions onto the women and children in their lives. The root cause of this problem lies in society's views, traditional gender roles, and outdated patriarchal mindsets. In reality, men need to step forward and take accountability for their actions, or rather, their lack thereof.
I am truly amazed at how carefully the author avoids directly addressing this issue throughout the entire book. Although the book is ostensibly about fatherhood and how fathers can improve, it hardly ever allows fathers to take responsibility for their actions even once. This is a novel that blames the victims and does little to clarify the confusion surrounding gender roles, accountability, abuse, and the loss of childhood.
A truly fascinating book that vividly highlights the crucial importance of fathers in their daughters' lives.
As an individual who has endured the challenges of disordered eating in various forms, I found myself deeply identifying with numerous points presented in this book. This connection is precisely what made it such a powerful and engaging read for me.
It has been an incredibly insightful experience for me, as an adult woman, to review my past through the lens of this book. I firmly believe that it would be an extremely beneficial read for all fathers of daughters. It offers valuable perspectives and guidance that can help fathers better understand their daughters' emotional and psychological needs, and ultimately build stronger and more meaningful relationships with them.