The Menstuff® library lists miscellaneous books pertinent to men. See special sections below: Games and My Companions on the Road.
Biagini, Rob, Men's Challenge
Deck: Practicing The Way of the Superior
Man. "It is time to evolve beyond the macho jerk ideal,
all spine and no heart. It is time to evolve beyond the sensitive
and caring wimp ideal, all heart and no spine. Heart and spine
must be united in a single man, and then gone beyond in the
fullest expression of love and consciousness possible, which
requires a deep relaxation into the infinite openness of this
present moment. And this takes a new kind of guts. This is the
Way of the Superior Man." David Deida. This is a deck of 88
cards to be used as a tool for men's personal and spiritual
growth. Each card offers a challenge for a man to carry out -
either alone or with others - that will help him clarify his
deepest life purpose and live his fullest gifts in each moment.
Great to be used in a men's group! Plexus, www.deida.com/deck
888..626.9662 ISBN 1-889762-17-2 Buy
This Deck and Book!
Carter, Stephen, Integrity. All of us
are in favor of integrity but nobody seems to know how to make
sure that we get it. From presidential candidates to crusading
journalists everybody promises to deliver integrity, yet all too
often, the promises go unfulfilled. Here, the author turns his
critical eye to the mystery of why the virtue of integrity holds
such sway American political imagination. Why do we care more
about winning than playing by the rules? What are our rules about
following the rules? What are our rules about breaking them? By
weaving together insights from philosophy, theology, history and
law, along with examples drawn from current events and a dose of
personal experience, Carter offers a vision of integrity that has
implications for everything from marriage and politics to
professional football. He discusses the difficulties involved in
trying to legislate integrity as well as the possibilities for
teach it. Basic Books, 1996 www.harpercollins.com
Ginsberg, Daniel, The Adult Coloring
Book, Illustrated by Adam Adamowicz, Irene Delka, Rachel Kane,
Nancy Magnin and Kate Seeley. I wanted to revisit a time in my
childhood where I was denied a coloring book as a prize because I
hadn't recited my bible verse correctly and was shamed in front of
the congregation. So, when I went to search for an adult coloring
book, imagine my surprise to find one. It is exotic and erotic and
definitely adult size with dozens of color options. I've waited 52
years for this, and what a way to revisit and heal a part of my
dysfunctional childhood. This is better than therapy. Maybe it is
therapy. Anyway, it's a lot of fun, too. This is definitely for
the heterosexual with a version also available for gays. (See
below.) This one has a black cover with gold type so it didn't
come out well on our scanner. I decided to show half of one of the
pictures inside which measures 11" x 17" as a sample. I'm working
on the other half. Illumination Publications, 1992
ISBN 0-9623284-1-3 Buy
This Book!
Ginsberg, Daniel, The Gay Adult Coloring
Book. Illumination Publications, 1994 ISBN 0-9623284-2-1
Buy
This Book!
Kennedy,
Caroline, The United States Constitution: What it says,
what it means, A Hip Pocket Guide. A greata guide for
young people looking to contribute to the future of this country,
and their elders who could stand to broaden their perspective on
that future. Oxford University Press, www.oup.com/us, 2005,
ISBN 0195304438 
Lederman, Ellen, Vacations that can Change Your Life:
Adventures, retreats & workshops for the mind, body and
spirit. A most interesting book that talks about a number of
adventures listed in our Calendar (i.e., individual workshops
like: Healing the Father Wound, Leadership Training program, New
Warriors, Opening the Heart, Outdoor Leadership Seminars, Joyce
& Barry Vissell's Shared Heart Training and retreat centers
that offer men's and couple's retreats and gatherings like
Breitenbush, Esalen Institute, Hollyhock Farms, Kirkridge Retreat
Center, Mount Madonna Center, New York Open Center, Omega, Option
Institute and Rowe Center. Whether you want to indulge your sense
of adventure or spiritual curiosity, this book invites you to plan
an experience that will affect you in a permanent way. From
oceanside yoga retreats and communication workshops to photography
excursions and wilderness challenges, this remarkable guide tempts
us to challenge our psyches, bodies and boundaries. Treat your
mind, body and spirit to the most enriching vacation of your life!
Sourcebooks, 1996
McIntyre, Mike, The Kindness of Strangers: Penniless Across
America. Stuck in a job he no longer found fulfilling,
journalist Mike McIntyre felt his life was quickly passing him by.
So, one day he hit the road to trek from one end of the country to
the other with little more than the clothes on his back and
without a single penny in his pocket. Through his travels, he
found varying degrees of kindness in strangers from all walks of
life-and discovered more about people and values and life on the
road in America than he'd ever thought possible. The gifts of food
and shelter he received along the way were outweighed only by the
touching gifts of the heart-the willingness of many he met to
welcome a lonely stranger into their homes...and the discovery
that sometimes those who give the most are the ones with the least
to spare. Berkeley Books, 1996
Phaidon, The 20th Century Artbook.
More than any other era, the twentieth century offers us an
unrivaled galaxy of styles and approaches to art. The last ten
decades have been a fast-moving epoch of inventions, discoveries
an political upheavals. As a result, the art scene has also
radically changed: it has become more international, artists have
experimented with new media, including oil paint, collage,
sculpture, ready-made objects, installation and video. 500
full-page color plates present celebrated works alongside future
classics. Each image is accompanied by an incisive text, shedding
light on the work and its creator. One of the best, most concise
learning tools for fathers to share the world of art with their
children. Good side-by-side companion to the Ultimate Visual
Dictionary above. Phaidon Press www.dk.com
1999 ISBN 0-7148-3850-0 Buy
This Book!
Washington, Deanna, The Language of Gifts: The essential
guide to meaningful gift giving. This is the definitive
resource guide to the symbology of gifts; it will inspire you to
eloquently express your feelings and give a gift that will be
treasured - whether it costs $1 or $1000. The author has included
symbology from cultures and religious from around the world and
throughout history. She illuminates the meanings behind everything
from trees, numbers and flowers, to astrological signs, scents and
animals. Choose a deeply meaningful gift for any
occasion: anniversaries, graduations, birthdays, weddings,
Valentine's Day, Christmas, Easter, Hanukkah, and countless other
occasions. This wonderful gift giving companion will help you
choose the ideal present or compose the perfect sentiments for a
gift already chosen. www.whygifts.com
Conari Press, www.conari.com,
2000 ISBN 1-57324-190-3 Buy
This Book!
Zegart, Dan, Civil Warriors: The legal
siege of the tobacco industry. A landmark narrative of an epic
legal battle, this book is the gripping behind-the-scenes account
of how one tenacious lawyer led the charge against the titans of
the tobacco industry. Drawing on five years of eyewitness
reporting, thousands of pages of internal documents, and riveting
firsthand stories of plaintiffs, lawyers, jurors, and scientists,
the author, an investigative journalist, deftly interweaves
heart-stopping intrigue with rollicking courtroom drama to produce
a real-life account that reads like fiction yet is as true to life
as today's headlines. Taking us onto the front lines of the
crusade, the author follows the attorney to a dark and dangerous
world where maverick scientists and corporate whistle-blowers step
from the shadows to reveal the truth behind the industry "spin".
In this darkly entertaining, edge-of-your-seat tale, a tormented
and flamboyant yet tireless opponent, led his quest for truth,
justice and hundred-billion-dollar awards...to penetrate, finally,
what he saw as the "control room of the conspiracy," an inner
circle of lawyers who protected tobacco for thirty years. In the
end, it was not a single civil action but hundreds that finally
brought the tobacco industry to the accountability it had avoided
for so long. This important work is at once a grand adventure and
a towering work of investigative journalism - an eye-opening
report on the way justice really can work in American today.
Delacorte Press, 2000 ISBN 0-385-31935-5 Buy
This Book!
Zelinski, Ernie J., Off the
Wall: Graffiti for the soul. It's everywhere. It's
amusing, annoying, political, provocative. Sexist, unsightly,
insensitive, funny and fascinating. Perhaps nowhere else does the
general public more clearly express itself than through graffiti.
Here, from a collection amassed over many years, is a wonderful
assortment of graffiti taken directly off the walls of subways,
alleys, public washrooms, buildings, bridges an bulletin boards
everywhere. This is a fascinating look at other people's thoughts,
a great collection of amusing, unique humor and passionate
opinion. Firefly Book 1999 ISBN 1-55209-311-5 Buy
This Book!
Their are a couple of card games we'd like you to know about. The
first game is a modern version of an age-old card game, War. It's
called nonviolent, Politically-Correct War. War has changed
dramatically over the years, but the card game that bears its name
hasn't changed since it was first played in the late 14th century
- until now. For the first time, War incorporates Love, Peace,
Diversity and Unity. Players compete to get rid of their cards
first, while trying to avoid the heavily-armed Joker (the weakest
card in the deck). The game is great for adults and children, and
it's perfect for home or travel. University Games, 1996
The second card game is a gender-role reversal that's long
overdue. And, Old Maid has finally met its match! Walla - Old
Bachelor: The 90's Version of the classic game of change - Old
Maid. Players collect pairs of accomplished women while they try
not to get stuck with the Old Bachelor. Kids love the excitement
of the game and learn that little girls can be anything they want
to be. Lighthearted, true-to-life characters make Old Bachelor fun
for the whole family. University Games, 1994The following is a short list of the special books that keep me company on the road: Rag & Bone Shop of the Heart; Meditations for Men Who Do Too Much; A Quiet Strength: Meditations on the Masculine Soul; Flat Rock Journal; Ishmael: An Adventure of the Mind & Spirit; Sark's Journal and Play! Book - a place to dream while awake; Blue Highways; Into the Wild; Road Trip; Kids' U.S. Road Atlas by Randy McNally; Little Book of Sensual Pleasure; Retirement on a Shoestring and How to Live on Next to Nothing; Getting a Grant; It's Hard to Look Cool When Your Car's Full of Sheep, Things that go "Baa!" in the Night and Wisdomkeepers.
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