While it might not seem so at first blush, the history of the bachelor in America is complex and truly fascinating. When colonists first settled America, the bachelor as an identity didn’t even exist. But as time passed, bachelors became one of the driving forces shaping our concept of manliness in America. In fact, […]| The Art of Manliness
Here's an overview on the United States Flag Code so you can fly Old Glory with respect, and understand the history, purpose and meaning of the American Flag| The Art of Manliness
When my kids were little, I was an involved dad. I changed diapers, did middle-of-the-night feedings, and took the tykes to the doctor. I wouldn’t say I was inherently drawn to doing these tasks. There wasn’t some paternal urge to nurture our kids when they were newborns and toddlers. I did it because I loved […]| The Art of Manliness
The Heroic Artisan is a powerful archetype of manliness in America. Learn about him here.| The Art of Manliness
During the late 18th century, when America was just in its infancy, three ideals of manhood competed for dominance: the Genteel Patriarch, the Heroic Artisan, and the Self-Made Man.| The Art of Manliness
A historical look at the bachelor in the 20th and 21st centuries.| The Art of Manliness
A short history of bachelorhood in colonial and revolutionary America.| The Art of Manliness
Learn about the Self-Made Man and his influence on manliness in America| The Art of Manliness