Somebody's Daughter
A Memoir
Book • 2021
Somebody's Daughter is a memoir by Ashley C. Ford that delves into her difficult upbringing and her often fraught relationships with her parents, particularly her father who was incarcerated for most of her childhood.
The book explores themes of love, forgiveness, and self-discovery as Ford navigates poverty, puberty, and a traumatic experience of sexual assault.
It highlights her emotional reunion with her father after his release from prison and her journey to understand and confront his past crimes.
The memoir is a poignant portrayal of adversity and the human capacity to overcome it, emphasizing the power of empathy and resilience.
The book explores themes of love, forgiveness, and self-discovery as Ford navigates poverty, puberty, and a traumatic experience of sexual assault.
It highlights her emotional reunion with her father after his release from prison and her journey to understand and confront his past crimes.
The memoir is a poignant portrayal of adversity and the human capacity to overcome it, emphasizing the power of empathy and resilience.
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Glennon Doyle in the podcast as a memoir discussing the importance of telling the truth and healing.
Ashley C. Ford and Glennon Doyle in the podcast as a memoir discussing the importance of telling the truth and healing.
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Mentioned by Brene Brown as a powerful and eloquent memoir about the author's life and experiences.
Brené with Ashley C. Ford on Storytelling, Truth-Telling, and Liberation
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Brené Brown as a contributor to the anthology "Hungry Hearts" and as the author of the memoir "Somebody's Daughter".
Brené Brown as a contributor to the anthology "Hungry Hearts" and as the author of the memoir "Somebody's Daughter". Brené with Jennifer Rudolph Walsh and Ashley C. Ford on Hungry Hearts
Mentioned by Glennon Doyle as an insanely beautiful memoir about boundaries, forgiveness, and self-love.
Glennon Doyle as an insanely beautiful memoir about boundaries, forgiveness, and self-love. 52. FORGIVING & FINDING PEACE with ASHLEY C. FORD
