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The Ladies Gallery: A Memoir Of Family Secrets
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A Shred Of Black Lace. A Broken Hand Mirror. A Spidery Strip Of False Eyelash. These Are The Fragments Left To Irene Vilar, Granddaughter Of Lolita Lebrn, The Revered Political Activist For Puerto Rican Independence Who In 1954 Sprayed The U.S. House Of Representatives With Gunfire, Wounding Several Congressmen, And Served Twentyseven Years In Prison. In The Ladies' Gallery, Vilar Revisits The Legacy Of Her Grandmother And That Of Her Anguished Mother, Who Leaped To Her Death From A Speeding Car When Vilar Was Eight.Eleven Years After Her Mother'S Death, Vilar Awakens In A Psychiatric Hospital After Her Own Suicide Attempt And Begins To Face The Devastating Inheritance Of Abandonment And Suicide Passed Down From Her Grandmother And Mother. The Familial Pattern Of Selfdestruction Flings Open The Doors To Her National Inheritance And The Search For Identity. Alternating Between Vilar'S Notes From The Ward And The Unraveling Of Her Family'S Secrets, This Lyrical And Powerful Memoir Of Three Generations Of Puerto Rican Women Is Urgent, Impassioned, And Unforgettable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Ladies Gallery: A Memoir of Family Secrets'? A: The main theme revolves around family legacy, specifically the inheritance of trauma and self-destruction passed down through generations of Puerto Rican women.
- Q: Who is the author of this memoir? A: The memoir is written by Irene Vilar, who is the granddaughter of Lolita Lebrón, a notable political activist.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of the memoir? A: Readers can expect a lyrical and powerful writing style that alternates between personal notes and the unfolding of family secrets.
- Q: Is this book suitable for those interested in Puerto Rican history? A: Yes, the book offers insights into Puerto Rican history through the lens of personal family experiences, making it relevant for those interested in the culture and history.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Ladies Gallery' have? A: The memoir contains 360 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: When was 'The Ladies Gallery' published? A: The memoir was published on October 6, 2009.
- Q: What format is the book available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Does the memoir address mental health issues? A: Yes, it discusses mental health issues, particularly Irene Vilar's experiences in a psychiatric hospital following her suicide attempt.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: The book is primarily aimed at readers interested in memoirs, women's studies, family dynamics, and those seeking to understand personal and cultural identity.