We Real Cool: Black Men and Masculinity

Discusses What Black Males Fear Most, Their Longing For Intimacy, The Pitfalls Of Patriarchy, And The Destruction Of Oppression Through Redemption And Love. Preface: About Black Men: Don't Believe The Hype -- Plantation Patriarchy -- Gangsta Culture: A Piece Of The Action -- Schooling Black Males -- Don't Make Me Hurt You: Black Male Violence -- It's A Dick Thing: Beyond Sexual Acting Out -- From Angry Boys To Angry Men -- Waiting For Daddy To Come Home: Black Male Parenting -- Doing The Work Of Love -- Healing The Hurt -- The Coolness Of Being Real. Bell Hooks.