Approaching Eye Level by Vivian Gornick

Approaching Eye Level

Vivian Gornick

176 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

nonfiction essays feminism memoir challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

In a collection of personal essays, the author shares her struggle to achieve both independence and connection with others, reconsiders feminism, living alone, and marriage, and reveals how we can come to know ourselves by participating in the world.

Community Reviews Summary of 74 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
funny 42%
inspiring 42%
lighthearted 42%
emotional 28%
challenging 14%
dark 14%
hopeful 14%
relaxing 14%

Pace

slow 33%
medium 33%
fast 33%

Average rating

4.02

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