The descent of man

Resumen del libro

Grayson Perry turns his acute eye on the gender that always seems to be in crisis in this funny, essential book What is masculinity and what can it become? It might seem like a luxury in a world facing climate change and vast imbalances in global wealth, but Grayson Perry sees masculinity as a highly active component in all the big issues. Tracing the contours of the dominant male role today, its history and its clearly defined rules, The Descent of Man explores everything from sex, seriousness and intimidation to clothing, childhood and power, suggesting a more modern model of manhood which may reach escape velocity from the gravity of Traditional Man.

Biografía del autor

Grayson Perry es un artista plástico galardonado con el Premio Turner en 2003. Sus obras reflejan una crítica constante del orden establecido. Más allá de la provocación o el espectáculo, el travestismo de Perry es un modo de hacer suyas las convenciones ajenas para denunciar los estragos de la diferencia.