Vivian Gornick
Vivian Gornick is an American critic, journalist, essayist, and memoirist. She is known for her candid and insightful writing on personal life and contemporary culture. Her notable works include 'Fierce Attachments' and 'The End of the Novel of Love', which explore themes of personal identity, feminism, and the complexities of human relationships.
Books
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1. Fierce Attachments
"Fierce Attachments" is a memoir that delves into the complex relationship between a daughter and her mother, set against the backdrop of the Bronx in the mid-20th century. The narrative weaves together the past and present, exploring themes of identity, feminism, and family dynamics. Through a series of vignettes, the author reflects on her experiences growing up in a Jewish working-class neighborhood, her struggles with her strong-willed mother, and the impact of these relationships on her development as a woman and a writer. The book is a candid and introspective examination of the ties that bind, the forces that shape us, and the ongoing quest for self-understanding.
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