Helen Andelin has certainly "won" her share of criticism from the feminists for her completely politically incorrect book! And while I do not agree with all of her points (particularly the "childlike anger" section), I find most of her advice fun, practical, whimsical and helpful. Andelin sounds a clarion call for women to be women -- and to enjoy every minute of being the "weaker sex." Why go through life trying to be just like a man when you can enjoy the benefits of chivalry and gentility by acting like a lady? And being a lady in Andelin's book doesn't mean being a dummy, either (Andelin's critics just haven't read enough of the book to get this message loud and clear). Andelin encourages a broad, deep liberal arts education and a wide knowledge of all things worthy and good in the world to make a woman intelligent, interesting, and, yes, "fascinating." From the down-to-earth tips on personal beauty and dress to the more philosophical chapters on respecting men and learning to be feminine from the inside out, _Fascinating Womanhood_ is a super read and something worth pondering.

I first read this book after hearing my sister-in-law talk about it. I am very happy in my marriage and realized that I unknowingly was living many of the principles the author talks about. It should not take the place of the Bible, but I think it could be very helpful to those struggling in marriage.

I don't think the author's intent was to devalue women or men in any way. I think her intent was to help women see what ways they can change themselves to help their marriage change. So many people are getting divorced these days and seem to always blame the other person for the problems. Andelin wrote this book hoping to inspire women to do their part. Her husband wrote a book to the men inspiring them to do their part. Wise persons know that if you want to change your partner you change yourself. Of course you can't MAKE someone change, but by changing yourself you INVITE the other person to change. You become a better person in the process. Andelin is helping women do that.

As I read the book I have started applying more things into my marriage, not to manipulate my husband but to help him feel good. I didn't realize in the past how he felt when I said certain things. This book helped me understand him better and show him love in the ways in understands. It has worked wonderfully. He is very respectful of me and treats me wonderfully. This book has helped us to make our marriage even better.

This book is a must read by all women who want to have a happy marriage. We have lost the art of being feminine due to the so called "women's rights movement". They have lied to us -- being a femine woman is our best defense regarding our so called 'rights'. If you DO NOT want a happy husband who cherishes, protects and provides for you, then don't read and apply the suggestions found in this book.
I began appling this book a year ago. I can honestly say this past year has been filled with more happiness, love, and adoration than I have ever experience in the previous 26 years of marriage. I feel and am protected and provided for in such a way that I no longer doubt his love and desire to be married to me until death.
This book will change your marriage if you apply the concepts of accepting your husband as he is; learn to be childlike in your anger, appreciation and trust; and become a domestic goddess. I can almost promise - he will then treat you as a King treats his Queen.
What is taught in this book runs smack in the face of what we are taught about who we are as women of the 21st century. For those brave enough -- this book will change us and the course of this Nation.

I found an old copy of this in a thrift store and was so intrigued I bought it. Possibly my biggest waste of a dollar yet! Now I'm just glad I did buy it because it will keep some other poor sap from reading it and taking it as the gospel truth. Granted this was written many, MANY years ago when things were very different, but this book is absolute drivel. Basically it tells women that they are useless without a husband and a family to raise, and teaches women how to be subservient and act weak. Gag! Recommended reading only if you are in serious need of either: a) a laugh, or b), a brain transplant.

This book really gives the dignity of femininity back to girls/women. It show girls how to be ladies and truly the kind of girl a man will seek to take for his own. It opens the door for girls/women of all ages to become "Angela Human". Angela represents our Angelic qualities, Human represents the Human qualities and when combined these qualities create a fascinating woman that men can't help but love. It also teaches us how to find true happiness in everyday life.

In my own experience, I started using the techniques in the book and it not only improved how I related to men in general, it improved how I related to my own family members and friends. This book is essential for girls/women especially in today's society when the parents are not so involved in the selection of the daughter's life long mate. Girls can use that which comes naturally to them, with just a little bit of formation and find their soul mate and companion for life and know how to keep him.

This book is a MUST HAVE. I encourage you to take advantage of the priceless wisdom in this book. Hopefully, it will come back to print soon.