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In 'All Fours,' Miranda July tackles love, sex and reinvention in middle age

NPR's Book of the Day

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Reimagining Middle Age: Women's Stories Beyond Youth

This chapter explores the societal narratives about women in middle age as presented in 'All Fours,' contrasting youthful ideals with the realities of aging. It highlights the challenges and complexities faced by women during this life stage while promoting a sense of community and the emergence of new, empowering narratives.

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