Men Who Hate Women: From Incels to Pickup Artists: The Truth about Extreme Misogyny and How it Affects Us All

Bates often uses personal anecdotes and real-life case studies to highlight the impacts of misogyny. Analyze how her use of narratives functions as a persuasive tool.

The book’s chapters compare and contrast the different facets of the manosphere, highlighting nuances in their beliefs and actions. What underlying values hold these communities together despite their differences?

Bates discusses the normalization of misogyny throughout her book. Pick out two examples that you found particularly surprising or striking, and explain why.

Bates believes that social media companies and platforms must do more to combat online harassment and the spread of misogynistic ideology. Explain whether you agree, and why.

In Chapter 10, Bates calls for a more serious governmental response to misogynistic extremism, comparing it to terrorism. Analyze her reasoning. Do you find her argument persuasive? Why or why not?

Throughout the book, Bates criticizes “toxic masculinity” and societal expectations of men and masculinity. How would dismantling traditional gender roles help to combat both misogyny and the harmful effects of the manosphere?

Analyze the role of news outlets and media in perpetuating misogyny. According to Bates, how do they contribute to the manosphere’s aims? Do you agree with her assertion? Explain why.

The book addresses the challenges of tackling misogyny within institutions, including schools and governments. Analyze Bates’s solutions to this issue. How practical are they in addressing systemic issues?