Save a Seat For Me

In Save a Seat for Me, Mark Anthony Neal, a leading scholar on Black masculinity, explores the evolving expectations of fatherhood against the backdrop of contemporary societal changes influenced by women and LGBTQ communities. He confronts the political and cultural narratives surrounding Black fatherhood, drawing from his own experiences as he navigates the contrast between his upbringing and his current role as a father to two daughters. Through a blend of personal reflection and academic insight, Neal offers a poignant examination of what it means to be a father today, encouraging a deeper understanding of the private realities behind public perceptions of masculinity.