Jumia Books The Manipulated Man By Esther Vilar

Women as Manipulators:

Vilar argues that women are primarily motivated by material gain and use various methods to control men, including emotional blackmail, praise, and sex as a tool of manipulation.

Men as Victims:

The book portrays men as victims of manipulation, unaware of the true intentions of women and easily drawn into emotionally exploitative relationships.

Praise as a Tool of Control:

Vilar claims that women withhold praise unless their needs are met, effectively controlling men's behavior and actions.

Emotional Blackmail:

The book highlights the use of emotional displays and "blackmail" by women to get their way, manipulating men through emotional manipulation.

The Illusion of Romantic Love:

Vilar suggests that women use the concept of love and romance to control men's sexual lives and to coerce them into marriage.

Men's Agency:

The book calls on men to become more aware of manipulative tactics and to reject these behaviors, suggesting that only through men's awareness and resistance can change occur.

Marriage as a Trap:

Vilar argues that marriage is often a tool for women to extract resources from men and that men are drawn into it under false pretenses.

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