Lord of the Rings and Modern Masculinity.
Why The Lord of the Rings Still Matters (and Why This Book Exists) In The Lord of the Rings, the most important characters aren’t chasing power or comfort — they’re wrestling with duty, temptation, courage, and responsibility. Boromir, Aragorn, Sam… none of them are perfect, but each represents something deeply human. That’s why the story endures. The Good Man and the Hero was written from that same place. Throughout history — from Stoic philosophers to soldiers, craftsmen, fathers, and leaders — men understood that a good life required structure, restraint, and courage. Not loud dominance. Not passivity either. Balance. Modern life has stripped much of that away. Comfort is everywhere. Distraction is constant. Responsibility is optional. And many good men feel the cost of that drift without having language for it. This book explores the tension every man feels: - The pull to be reliable, loyal, and steady - And the deeper call to step forward, take risks, and live with purpose - Ignore either side and something breaks. Drawing on archetypes from stories like LOTR, insights from Stoic thought, and observations of modern life, The Good Man and the Hero isn’t about nostalgia or fantasy. It’s about reclaiming an older, quieter understanding of masculinity — one built on self-command, clarity, and moral strength. This isn’t a hype book. It won’t shout at you or tell you who to be. It will ask you to think. To reflect and to take responsibility for the life you’re building. For those of you already doing the work here — journaling, grounding, reducing noise, choosing discipline — this book will feel familiar. It puts words to instincts you already have. If LOTR meant something to you…If Stoic ideas still resonate…If you’re tired of drifting and ready to stand honestly in your own life… This book was written for you. 📘 The Good Man and the Hero is available now. If you’ve read it, I’d love to hear what it stirred in you.