Description
The book is a collection of three short stories about women in midlife. The first story is about a woman who is struggling to find her place in the world. The second story is about a woman who is dealing with the death of her husband. The third story is about a woman who is trying to figure out what she wants to do with her life. All three stories are written by Simone de Beauvoir and are very moving. The reviewers for the book all thought that the stories were very well written and that they were able to empathize with the characters. They all thought that the craftsmanship was remarkable and that the book was a remarkable feat of empathy.
By the world-famous writer and feminist Simone de Beauvoir, here are three moving stories which eloquently express her understanding of women and the crises they face in mid-life.
Review:
" Witty, immensely adroit....These three women are believable individuals presented with a wry mixture of sympathy and exasperation."
-- The Atlantic
" A remarkable feat of empathy."
-- Times Literary Supplement
" Brilliant craftsmanship." -- Harper's
Cover photograph by Christine Rodin Cover design by Louise Fili
Pantheon Books, New York