Skip to content

The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys Into Exceptional Men Paperback - 2006

by Michael Gurian

Unlike many parenting guides that try to eliminate competition, aggression, and violence entirely, "The Wonder of Boys" boldly offers guidelines for channeling boys' energy, but without accepting antisocial behavior as an inevitable accompaniment. Therapist Michael Gurian explains what a boy really needs--a primary and an extended family, a relationship with mother, father, and mentors, as well as intense support from school and community.


Summary

I n this edition of his parenting classic, Michael Gurian considers how the culture has changed in the ten years since The Wonder of Boys was first published, including the impact of the Internet.

From the publisher

"THE WONDER OF BOYS is a provocative book that electrifies the debate over how this nation raises sons."
-- USA Today In this insightful and practical book, Michael Gurian describes what boys need to become strong, responsible, sensitive men. Instead of encouraging us to stifle boys' natural propensities for competition and aggression, Gurian offers effective and practical guidelines for channeling them. He shows how the evils boys are susceptible to, including gang activity, sexual misconduct, and crime, become necessary outlets when positive role models and adult support are not available. Most important, Gurian explains what a boy really needs--a primary and an extended family, relationships with mentors, and intense support form his school and community--and details how we can provide these things for the boys we love.

First line

HASH(0x11178e00)

Details

  • Title The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys Into Exceptional Men
  • Author Michael Gurian
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition 10th Anniversaey
  • Pages 320
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Tarcherperigee
  • Date September 7, 2006
  • Features Bibliography, Index, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
  • ISBN 9781585425280 / 1585425281
  • Weight 0.76 lbs (0.34 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.01 x 6.02 x 0.86 in (22.89 x 15.29 x 2.18 cm)
  • Ages 18 to UP years
  • Grade levels 13 - UP
  • Themes
    • Sex & Gender: Masculine
    • Topical: Family
  • Library of Congress subjects Boys, Child rearing
  • Dewey Decimal Code 649.132

About the author

Michael Gurian is a psychotherapist and bestselling author whose books include The Wonder of Boys and The Good Son. His work reflects the diverse cultures (European, Asian, Middle Eastern, and American) in which he lived, worked, and studied. He has taught psychology, religion, mythology, and literature at three American universities and at Ankara University in Turkey. He lives with his wife and two children in Spokane, Washington.
Back to Top

More Copies for Sale

The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men

by Michael Gurian

  • Used
  • good
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - GOOD
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 13
9781585425280
ISBN 10
1585425281
Quantity Available
21
Seller
Toledo, Ohio, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$3.38
NZ$5.07 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
TarcherPerigee. Paperback. GOOD. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex library copy, will have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included.
Item Price
NZ$3.38
NZ$5.07 shipping to USA
The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men

by Michael Gurian

  • Used
  • poor
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - POOR
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 13
9781585425280
ISBN 10
1585425281
Quantity Available
2
Seller
Toledo, Ohio, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$3.38
NZ$5.07 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
TarcherPerigee. Paperback. POOR. Noticeably used book. Heavy wear to cover. Pages contain marginal notes, underlining, and or highlighting. Possible ex library copy, with all the markings/stickers of that library. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, and dust jackets may not be included.
Item Price
NZ$3.38
NZ$5.07 shipping to USA
The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men

by Gurian, Michael

  • Used
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - Very Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 13
9781585425280
ISBN 10
1585425281
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Mansfield, Massachusetts, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$5.86
NZ$5.90 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
TarcherPerigee. Used - Very Good. Great shape- pages are unmarked and sharp.Has a remainder mark. Paperback Used - Very Good Ships fast! 200610th Anniversary ed.
Item Price
NZ$5.86
NZ$5.90 shipping to USA
The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men

by Gurian, Michael

  • Used
Condition
Used - Good
ISBN 13
9781585425280
ISBN 10
1585425281
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Frederick, Maryland, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$7.40
NZ$6.74 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
TarcherPerigee. Used - Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
Item Price
NZ$7.40
NZ$6.74 shipping to USA
The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men

by Gurian, Michael

  • Used
Condition
UsedGood
ISBN 13
9781585425280
ISBN 10
1585425281
Quantity Available
2
Seller
Imperial, Missouri, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$8.01
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
UsedGood. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
Item Price
NZ$8.01
FREE shipping to USA
The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Wonder of Boys: What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men

by Gurian, Michael

  • Used
  • good
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 13
9781585425280
ISBN 10
1585425281
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$8.63
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
TarcherPerigee, 2006-09-07. Paperback. Good. 5x0x8.
Item Price
NZ$8.63
FREE shipping to USA
The Wonder of Boys : What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men

The Wonder of Boys : What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men

by Michael Gurian

  • Used
  • very good
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - Very Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 13
9781585425280
ISBN 10
1585425281
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.12
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Penguin Publishing Group, 2006. Paperback. Very Good. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.12
FREE shipping to USA
The Wonder of Boys
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Wonder of Boys

by Michael Gurian

  • Used
  • Paperback
Condition
Used: Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 13
9781585425280
ISBN 10
1585425281
Quantity Available
1
Seller
HOUSTON, Texas, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$11.55
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Tarcher, 2006-09-07. Paperback. Used: Good.
Item Price
NZ$11.55
FREE shipping to USA
The Wonder of Boys : What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Wonder of Boys : What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men

by Gurian, Michael

  • Used
Condition
Used - Good
ISBN 13
9781585425280
ISBN 10
1585425281
Quantity Available
3
Seller
Mishawaka, Indiana, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$11.98
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Penguin Publishing Group. Used - Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
Item Price
NZ$11.98
FREE shipping to USA
The Wonder of Boys : What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Wonder of Boys : What Parents, Mentors and Educators Can Do to Shape Boys into Exceptional Men

by Gurian, Michael

  • Used
Condition
Used - Good
ISBN 13
9781585425280
ISBN 10
1585425281
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Reno, Nevada, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$12.18
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Penguin Publishing Group. Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
Item Price
NZ$12.18
FREE shipping to USA