I found the book interesting, but the other book reviews more interesting. Eli Newberger writes about raising ethical boys, and yet doesn't mind testifying in child protection cases contrary to his own opinions. He's testified in court that he thought spanking children was OK. On page 81, he writes that he thinks spanking should be outlawed in the United States. Is this the person you want to be consulting for advice on raising a moral child?

Of course in the case he was testifying about, he used his background running the Boston Children's Hospital Child Protection clinic to give authority to a ridiculous and unscientific medical "opinion" medically that spanking was abusive.

His ideas on raising boys are opinion. Believe him if you wish, but don't give credence to his ideas because of his lofty credentials. He has an agenda, and doesn't mind twisting the truth to convince you.

Dr. Newberger's work is a kind and compassionate look at the nature-nurture of how our young men develop into men.

Drawing on a vast reservoir of experience and insight he takes the reader into the mysterious world of boys; a world frought with hope and exploration, as well as dangers. I was especially encouraged by his treatment of bullying in this book because of the prevalence of the "culture of cruelty," in adolescence.

Parents, counselors, teachers, mentors; anyone with an a vested interest in the well being of boys will find this book to be a valuable resource that will provide support.

This book, unlike many other "pop-psych" type books, is very well researched (without being pedantic), and very well reasoned. As a counseling student in graduate school I have used this book several times as a reference.

With the abuse of children reaching pandemic proportions, we need more men (as well as women) like Dr. Newberger using their insight of child development to advocate for better treatment of children. It is a tragedy of inexplicable proportions that we have the instances, and the severity of abuse that is rampant in this country. Dr. Newberger should be commended for such a fine book, as well as his dedication to the well being of children.

Great book with practical ideas on raising good boys. Most of all, it made sense to me. I'm so happy I read it and will continue to refer to it as my now 8 month baby boy grows up. It's really important to have books like this out there so we can get good guidance on raising good boys!