My book Mężczyznologia (Menology) is finally published and you can order it here.

Mężczyznologia is the first scholarly publication on the Polish market that comprehensively addresses the topic of men and masculinities from a sociological perspective. I present findings from years of international empirical research to offer readers an in-depth analysis of masculinity and men’s positions in contemporary society. This is not only a review of current academic debates, but also an attempt to understand how men’s social positions are shaped in the face of ongoing cultural, political, and economic transformations.

The book’s analytical core is a triad: the costs of masculinity, male privilege, and differences between men (Messner 2000). I argue that only by examining all three dimensions can we meaningfully answer the question: what is the situation of men today? I emphasize that men are not a homogenous social group and that their experiences—both in terms of the advantages and the challenges of being a man—are deeply shaped by class, ethnicity, age, or sexual orientation. The book explores hegemonic, marginalized, protective, and caring masculinities, all through an intersectional lens.

Mężczyznologia addresses topics of critical importance not only to academia but also to public debate: men’s health, emotions, work, fatherhood (including new forms of engaged fathering), and geopolitical issues such as war, migration, and male activism. These are all analyzed sociologically to better understand their dynamics and impact on individuals and society.

Accordig to Katarzyna Leszczyńska. AGH professor who reviewed it, Mężczyznologia “offers an excellent and insightful sociological analysis, attentive to the nuances of contemporary debates on masculinity. (…) It is not only an academic work, but also an important voice in social reflection, offering a new perspective on key issues. (…) Without a doubt, it will be one of the most significant social science titles of 2025.”