224 pages • first pub 1987 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
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Language: English
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Description
In this deeply etched and haunting memoir, Vivian Gornick tells the story of her lifelong battle with her mother for independence. There have been numerous books about mother and daughter, but none has dealt with this closest of filial relations a...
Community Reviews Summary of 296 reviews
Moods
emotional 79%
funny 32%
sad 30%
challenging 23%
inspiring 23%
tense 23%
dark 18%
hopeful 9%
adventurous 6%
lighthearted 6%
relaxing 2%
Pace
slow 16%
fast 11%
Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Sexual assault, Sexual harassmentModerate
Sexual content
224 pages • first pub 1987 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
In this deeply etched and haunting memoir, Vivian Gornick tells the story of her lifelong battle with her mother for independence. There have been numerous books about mother and daughter, but none has dealt with this closest of filial relations a...
Community Reviews Summary of 296 reviews
Moods
emotional 79%
funny 32%
sad 30%
challenging 23%
inspiring 23%
tense 23%
dark 18%
hopeful 9%
adventurous 6%
lighthearted 6%
relaxing 2%
Pace
slow 16%
fast 11%
Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Sexual assault, Sexual harassmentModerate
Sexual content