A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son
A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2020
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2020304
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2020s
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son, Michael Ian Black addresses his teenage son through letters, reflecting on masculinity, fatherhood, and societal expectations. The author encourages his son to challenge traditional notions of male toughness and advocates for empathy, kindness, and emotional openness, aiming to guide him in navigating adulthood.
Informative
Emotional
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Humorous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
In A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son, Michael Ian Black explores masculinity with humor and vulnerability. The narrative is heartfelt and reflective, offering poignant fatherly advice. Some may find its focus narrow, primarily appealing to parents. Overall, Black's mix of wit and sincerity effectively engages readers, making it a thoughtful read.
Who Should Read A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son?
Readers who enjoy A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son by Michael Ian Black are likely to appreciate heartfelt, humorous essays on fatherhood and masculinity. Fans of memoirs like Dad is Fat by Jim Gaffigan or Born a Crime by Trevor Noah may find it equally engaging.
1,607 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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304
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2020s
2020
Adult
18+ years
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