A Guy's Guide to Being a Man's Man

by Steven Prigge, Frank Vincent, Frank Vincent

Book Overview

These days, it's harder than ever to know how to act like a real man. We're not talking about the touchy-feely, ultra-sensitive, emotion-sharing, not-afraid-to-cry version of manhood that Oprah and Dr. Phil have been spouting for years. We're talking about the though, smart, confident, charming, classy, all-around good fella that upholds the true ideal of what is known as "a man's man." Now, renowned actor and true-life man's man Frank Vincent, famed...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0425215369
• ISBN13: 9780425215364
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Berkley / Nal
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

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We bought 50 books and gave them out as gifts. They were a big hit with the guys.

Perfect for girls who love a Man's Man

I've hated every character this guy has played but he sure writes a terrific book. Funny, sarcastic, informative . . . if your boy or man is a slob, a hippie, a beatnik, or any of the above, get him this book. He'll be whipped into shape in no time. And you will be writing Frank Vincent 'thank you' cards, believe me.

The lost art of being a Man's Man...

Frank Vincent is a Man's Man in every sense of the word. Although some of this book has a "tongue in cheek" edge, the message it gives is not. A Man's Man is someone who has respect for others as well as himself. He carries himself in an assured way and gives off a positive vibe. He has a keen awareness of the world around him and knows how to give and receive. He's tough but fair, bold and honest. In today's world of gay rights, women's rights, and the self absorbed metrosexual movement, Frank Vincent says "Hey, what about the rights of the Man's Man?" The ugly stench of political correctness has relegated the Man's Man to third class citizenship and it's about time we stood up and took back what is rightfully ours: and that's out dignity and self respect. The book has excellent tips on what the man's man does, what he enjoys, and how he treats others. Some of the reviewers in here missed the real message and focused too much on the clothes and accoutrement's. The real message is about how to carry yourself as a man so that other's perceive you as a strong individual who has something to offer. Lots of good stories and laughs here by Frankie V. A fun as hell read and highly recommended by this gagootz!

Take me back to 1978!

While guys my age, completely alienated by the pop culture of the day, are relegated to sports, documentaries on sea lions, Honeymooners reruns, movies like Goodfellas, occasionally something on the literary side comes along to add to the support: Frank Vincent's distinctive voice comes through loud and clear, and the humour is always tasteful, in his "Guy's Guide...". If you're a single guy trying to make it on 40-grand a year in New Jersey, maybe some of the references herein are...somewhat out of reach, but the deeper meaning comes through - eat well, dress well, join a gym, take a class - it's all about *self-esteem*.

Great Ideas For Any Age, Just Read Between The Lines

I bought this book right as it came out the back room in my local Barnes and Nobel. Within two hours I had it read from front to back. Very quick read. It's riddled with all types of suggestions and euphemisms about what makes an average guy, transform himself into a man's man. Some of the suggestions are a little subjective to older middle-aged men, but if you can get the gist of what Frank is talking about, then the whole borgata is completely applicable. The interviews are funny and interesting, and the whole section on how to dress like a man's man and take care of your entire appearance is totally worth the money. I give Frank six stars if I could. Nice job, now go get the book.