Description
Discover the gripping exploration of motherhood in 'A Life's Work', a powerful narrative that delves into the complexities of being an ambivalent mother. This acclaimed book, published in 2019 by Faber, has resonated with readers since its controversial debut in 2001. With 240 pages of candid storytelling, it artfully navigates the challenges and emotional dilemmas faced by women in modern parenthood. The author, the brilliant Rachel Cusk, left critics divided with her unflinching honesty about the struggles of those early months of motherhood, sparking dialogues that continue to this day. This book is essential for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the often unspoken difficulties of mothering in today's society. As Oprah Winfrey highlighted, it’s a testament to the raw human experience that many can relate to, making it a must-read for mothers, caregivers, and anyone interested in the realities of family life. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a brand new copy of this thought-provoking work that challenges preconceived notions about motherhood. Order now for quick delivery, ensuring you receive your book as soon as possible.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571350933
Year: 2019
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 240
Description:
When first published in 2001, it divided female critics and readers. One famous columnist wrote a piece demanding that Cusk's children were taken into care, that was she was unfit to look after them. Oprah Winfrey invited her on the show to defend herself and the book as protests grew about the its honest, gritty account of the misery of those early months. It is a seminal, stand-out book on the complications of being an ambivalent mum in an age of white-washed, Annabel Karmel'd new families.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571350933
Year: 2019
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 240
Description:
When first published in 2001, it divided female critics and readers. One famous columnist wrote a piece demanding that Cusk's children were taken into care, that was she was unfit to look after them. Oprah Winfrey invited her on the show to defend herself and the book as protests grew about the its honest, gritty account of the misery of those early months. It is a seminal, stand-out book on the complications of being an ambivalent mum in an age of white-washed, Annabel Karmel'd new families.