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Selfish, Shallow, and Self-Absorbed: Sixteen Writers on the Decision Not to Have Kids
Book • 2015
Meghan Daum's "Selfish, Shallow, and Self-Absorbed" is a collection of essays exploring the decision of women to not have children.
The book delves into the personal experiences and perspectives of sixteen writers, offering diverse viewpoints on motherhood, societal expectations, and the complexities of reproductive choices.
The essays challenge traditional notions of femininity and family structures, providing a nuanced examination of the societal pressures surrounding childbearing.
The book sparks conversations about personal autonomy, career aspirations, and the evolving landscape of family life in contemporary society.
Daum's insightful collection offers a thought-provoking exploration of a deeply personal and often controversial topic.
The book delves into the personal experiences and perspectives of sixteen writers, offering diverse viewpoints on motherhood, societal expectations, and the complexities of reproductive choices.
The essays challenge traditional notions of femininity and family structures, providing a nuanced examination of the societal pressures surrounding childbearing.
The book sparks conversations about personal autonomy, career aspirations, and the evolving landscape of family life in contemporary society.
Daum's insightful collection offers a thought-provoking exploration of a deeply personal and often controversial topic.
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Mentioned by Meghan Daum as an anthology of essays she edited on the experience of being childless or childfree.
A Life Without Children - Meghan Daum | Maiden Mother Matriarch Episode 119
