Description
Explore the complex tapestry of maternal bonds in 'Fierce Attachments' by Vivian Gornick. This powerful memoir dives into the turbulent relationship between Gornick and her mother, highlighting the acute tension that defines their interactions. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Manhattan, the narrative pulls readers into their intense strolls, encapsulating a bond fraught with love, guilt, and emotional struggle. Gornick’s prose is both poetic and piercing, making her journey towards independence not just a personal reflection, but a universal exploration of familial ties. Through vivid descriptions and evocative memories from her childhood in a Bronx tenement, she unearths the roots of their unyielding connection while candidly revealing her efforts to break free.
Published by Faber Factory in 2015, this 204-page volume is a must-read for anyone fascinated by personal narratives, familial complexity, and the quest for self-identity. Gornick's ability to articulate her experience resonates deeply, making this memoir a cherished gem in contemporary literature. Discover how the intricacies of love, identity, and legacy weave together in 'Fierce Attachments.'
Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781907970658. Year: 2015. Publisher: Faber Factory. Pages: 204. Available for shipping within New Zealand. Enjoy fast delivery right to your doorstep!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781907970658
Year: 2015
Publisher: Faber Factory
Pages: 204
Description:
Vivian Gornick's relationship with her mother is difficult. She describes it as 'locked in a narrow channel of acquaintance, intense and binding.' Out of duty, or perhaps more aptly, guilt, she and her mother regularly meet for strolls along the streets of Manhattan. Once in awhile, they'll hit a pleasant stride but most often their walks are tinged with a rage so hot her mother will stop strangers on the street and say, 'This is my daughter. She hates me'.
Weaving between their tempestuous present-day jaunts and the author's memories of growing up in a bustling, blue-collar tenement house in the Bronx, Vivian Gornick traces her lifelong struggle for independence from her mother and, along the way, realises how she is still very much her mother's daughter. Originally published in 1987 to great acclaim, Fierce Attachments is a beloved and intimate story by a masterful writer.
Published by Faber Factory in 2015, this 204-page volume is a must-read for anyone fascinated by personal narratives, familial complexity, and the quest for self-identity. Gornick's ability to articulate her experience resonates deeply, making this memoir a cherished gem in contemporary literature. Discover how the intricacies of love, identity, and legacy weave together in 'Fierce Attachments.'
Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781907970658. Year: 2015. Publisher: Faber Factory. Pages: 204. Available for shipping within New Zealand. Enjoy fast delivery right to your doorstep!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781907970658
Year: 2015
Publisher: Faber Factory
Pages: 204
Description:
Vivian Gornick's relationship with her mother is difficult. She describes it as 'locked in a narrow channel of acquaintance, intense and binding.' Out of duty, or perhaps more aptly, guilt, she and her mother regularly meet for strolls along the streets of Manhattan. Once in awhile, they'll hit a pleasant stride but most often their walks are tinged with a rage so hot her mother will stop strangers on the street and say, 'This is my daughter. She hates me'.
Weaving between their tempestuous present-day jaunts and the author's memories of growing up in a bustling, blue-collar tenement house in the Bronx, Vivian Gornick traces her lifelong struggle for independence from her mother and, along the way, realises how she is still very much her mother's daughter. Originally published in 1987 to great acclaim, Fierce Attachments is a beloved and intimate story by a masterful writer.