Calhoun, Ada
Why We Can't Sleep: Women's New Midlife Crisis
- ISBN 13:
- 9781611854664
- author:
- Calhoun, Ada
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Grove Press / Atlantic Monthly Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.1 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Feminism & Feminist Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Ada Calhoun's Why We Can't Sleep explores the experiences of women in midlife, a generation often overlooked in discussions of aging and life stages. Calhoun's investigation into the cultural and political contexts of this predicament reveals a pattern of exhaustion, financial worry, and feelings of overwhelm among Gen X women.
Through her research and conversations with women across America, Calhoun sheds light on the challenges faced by this generation, from housing costs to career uncertainty. She offers a reassuring and empowering perspective, highlighting the need for a more nuanced understanding of the issues affecting middle-aged women.
This book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of midlife, particularly for women who are struggling to navigate the challenges of aging, family, and career.
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