Men less likely to read novels due to socialization, role models, and productivity pressure.
Men may not read novels as much as women due to lack of socialization in reading, absence of reading role models among other men, and internalized pressure to be "productive" rather than passively experiencing the lives of others through fiction. Novels provide exposure to the variety of human experiences and can help individuals feel more free to create their own path in life. The author suggests that instead of focusing on productivity, people should try to be quiet and reflective, which can be achieved through immersing oneself in the lives of others by reading a novel.
August 09, 2024
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