Title
Girlhood
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National Book Critics Circle Award Winnernational Bestsellerlambda Literary Award Finalistnamed One Of The Best Books Of The Year By Time * Npr * The Washington Post * Kirkus Reviews * Washington Independent Review Of Books * The Millions * Electric Literature * Ms Magazine * Entropy Magazine * Largehearted Boy * Passerbuysirreverent And Original. New York Timesmagisterial. The New Yorkeran Intoxicating Writer. The Atlantica Classic! Mary Karra True Light In The Dark. Stephanie Danleran Essential, Heartbreaking Project. Carmen Maria Machadoa Gripping Set Of Stories About The Forces That Shape Girls And The Adults They Become. A Wise And Brilliant Guide To Transforming The Self And Our Society.In Her Powerful New Book, Critically Acclaimed Author Melissa Febos Examines The Narratives Women Are Told About What It Means To Be Female And What It Takes To Free Oneself From Them.When Her Body Began To Change At Eleven Years Old, Febos Understood Immediately That Her Meaning To Other People Had Changed With It. By Her Teens, She Defined Herself Based On These Perceptions And By The Romantic Relationships She Threw Herself Into Headlong. Over Time, Febos Increasingly Questioned The Stories Shed Been Told About Herself And The Habits And Defenses Shed Developed Over Years Of Trying To Meet Others Expectations. The Values She And So Many Other Women Had Learned In Girlhood Did Not Prioritize Their Personal Safety, Happiness, Or Freedom, And She Set Out To Reframe Those Values And Beliefs.Blending Investigative Reporting, Memoir, And Scholarship, Febos Charts How She And Others Like Her Have Reimagined Relationships And Made Room For The Anger, Grief, Power, And Pleasure Women Have Long Been Taught To Deny.Written With Febos Characteristic Precision, Lyricism, And Insight, Girlhood Is A Philosophical Treatise, An Anthem For Women, And A Searing Study Of The Transitions Into And Away From Girlhood, Toward A Chosen Self.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Girlhood' by Melissa Febos? A: 'Girlhood' explores the narratives and societal expectations placed on women as they transition from childhood to adulthood, examining how these influences shape their identities and relationships.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Girlhood'? A: The author of 'Girlhood' is Melissa Febos, a critically acclaimed writer known for her insightful explorations of personal and societal issues.
- Q: Is 'Girlhood' a memoir or a fictional story? A: 'Girlhood' is a memoir that blends personal narrative with investigative reporting, offering a reflective examination of women's experiences.
- Q: What awards has 'Girlhood' received? A: 'Girlhood' is a National Book Critics Circle Award Winner, a National Bestseller, and a Lambda Literary Award Finalist, among other accolades.
- Q: How many pages are in the book 'Girlhood'? A: 'Girlhood' contains 336 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Girlhood'? A: 'Girlhood' was published on March 30, 2021.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Girlhood' have? A: 'Girlhood' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What age group is 'Girlhood' suitable for? A: 'Girlhood' is suitable for adult readers, particularly those interested in women's issues, identity, and personal narratives.
- Q: Does 'Girlhood' include any illustrations or images? A: 'Girlhood' does not include illustrations or images; it is primarily text-based.
- Q: What makes 'Girlhood' a significant read for women? A: 'Girlhood' offers a profound exploration of the challenges women face in defining themselves outside societal expectations, making it a compelling and relatable read for many.