A Portrait of a Just Man: Andre Dubus's The Lieutenant.

The main focus of the article is a review and analysis of Andre Dubus's novel *The Lieutenant*, republished in 2023 by Godine Nonpareil. The novel, originally published in 1967, explores themes of male vulnerability, moral choice, and the struggle for identity within the rigid structure of the U.S. Marines, centering on Lieutenant Dan Tierney as he navigates leadership amid challenges including an incident involving homosexuality before the repeal of "Don't Ask; Don't Tell." Dubus's work is noted for its nuanced portrayal of masculinity, emphasizing tenderness and sacrifice over aggressive machismo, and resonates with contemporary discussions on the crisis of masculinity. The article also briefly references the absence of beauty and truth in another work by Gazda and mentions a separate review of Msgr. Lorenzo Albacete's *Cry of the Heart*, highlighting Albacete's integration of personal witness with his message on suffering.