A Woman's Story
A Woman's Story
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
Normandy, France • 1980s
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A Woman's Story by Annie Ernaux is a poignant memoir reflecting on a daughter's experience after the death of her mother. The narrative explores themes of memory, identity, and the complexities of the mother-daughter relationship, offering a deeply personal and universal reflection on loss and mourning.
Contemplative
Emotional
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Annie Ernaux's A Woman's Story is praised for its poignant and intimate portrayal of a daughter's reflection on her mother's life. Readers appreciate Ernaux's stark and honest narrative style, which evokes deep emotion. Some critics, however, feel the memoir's sparse prose can distance the reader. Overall, it offers a touching exploration of familial bonds and memory.
Who Should Read A Woman's Story?
Readers who enjoy introspective, autobiographical narratives exploring mother-daughter relationships and social class dynamics in France would appreciate A Woman's Story by Annie Ernaux. Its reflective style is akin to The Lover by Marguerite Duras and The Years by the same author, offering profound, personal insights.
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Book • Nonfiction
Normandy, France • 1980s
2003
Adult
18+ years
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