Meghan Daum

Selfish, Shallow, and Self-Absorbed

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ISBN 13:
9781250081643
author:
Meghan Daum
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Picador Reprint edition
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
288
Dimensions:
13.8 x 51.9 x 21 cm
Genre:
Health, Family & Lifestyle, Families & Parents, Raising Children, Meghan Daum,Selfish, Shallow, and Self-Absorbed,Picador,1250081645,Marriage, Family & Other Relationships,Childfree choice,FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Parenting / General,LITERARY COLLECT
Condition:
New
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£14.99

Description

A thought-provoking collection of essays exploring the decision to remain childless by choice. In this critically acclaimed anthology, thirteen acclaimed female writers share their perspectives on why they have chosen not to become mothers. The contributors, including notable authors such as Lionel Shriver and Sigrid Nunez, offer a unique insight into the cultural pressure surrounding parenthood. They challenge the notion that children are a requirement for a fulfilling life, making a smart and passionate case for alternative paths to happiness and productivity. This book sheds light on the often-overlooked community of childless-by-choice individuals, providing a fresh perspective on a topic that has been at the forefront of cultural conversation in recent years.

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