A short book describing the type of man I call dismissive ( also avoidant ) and the behaviour he displays. He controls the woman he is in a relationship with by punishing her with the silent treatment when she displeased him, instead of discussing the problems openly and honestly, like an adult; he "dismisses" her without giving her the chance to talk and treats her disrespectfully. The dismissive man also shows very often a passive- aggressive behaviour that affects not only his wife or partner, but other people around him, as well. With this short book I'm hoping to help you recognize him before it is too late so you can stay away from him before you commit fully and let him make your life miserable.