Maggie Nelson

The Argonauts

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ISBN 13:: 9781555977351
author:: Maggie Nelson
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Graywolf Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2016
Pages:: 160
Dimensions:: 14.1 x 1.2 x 20.8 cm
Genre:: Biography, Historical, 1701-1900, Maggie Nelso
Condition:: New
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The Argonauts by Maggie Nelson is a genre-bending memoir that explores the boundaries of love, language, and family. This work of "autotheory" offers a fresh and fierce perspective on desire, identity, and the complexities of human connection. Nelson's account of her relationship and journey through pregnancy is intertwined with a rigorous examination of sexuality, gender, and the concept of family. At its core, this book is a powerful exploration of individual freedom and the value of caretaking, making it a thought-provoking and uncompromising read. A deeply personal and unflinching work, The Argonauts is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of human experience.

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