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Recollections of My Life as a Woman

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SKU: 9780140231588

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Embark on a captivating journey through the first three decades of Diane di Prima’s extraordinary life in “Recollections of My Life as a Woman.” This memoir delves into her transformation from a conservative upbringing to a renowned poet, influential editor, and unconventional single mother in 1950s Manhattan. Explore her revolutionary relationships, sexuality, and the forging of her identity as a woman amidst a vibrant Bohemian backdrop. ISBN: 9780140231588. Author: Diane di Prima.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780140231588
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 32
  • Height: 202 mm
  • No of Pages: 432
  • Series Title: English
  • Width: 137 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0140231587
  • Publisher Date: 26 Mar 2002
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Edition: Reissue
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 23 mm
  • Weight: 362 gr

Additional information

Weight 0.5 kg

21 reviews for Recollections of My Life as a Woman

  1. Arshit Singh

    Diane is a fascinating writer and role model. I enjoyed learning about her life but the book could be boring at times.

  2. Divyanjana Nikam

    An amazing book! I felt like I learned a lot from Diane. She is a great writer and poet. I would recommend this to anyone.

  3. Devanshu

    A captivating story about a woman’s journey of self-discovery in a revolutionary time. I would definitely recommend it.

  4. Chhayank Kumar

    A fascinating glimpse into di Prima’s early life. Some parts resonated, others felt a bit disjointed. Overall, a worthwhile read for those interested in Beat Generation figures.

  5. Arohi Jain

    Amazing! I loved this book and learned about feminism. It was a good read. Diane is a good role model.

  6. Ishaan Garg

    A truly remarkable story! Di Prima’s honesty is refreshing, and her experiences are both fascinating and inspiring. A must-read.

  7. Prajwal Narendra Akhade

    Di Prima’s life is fascinating. I appreciated her perspective and the historical context. A worthwhile read for anyone interested in the Beat Generation.

  8. Divyan Aggarwal

    Di Prima’s story is inspiring. Her journey of self-discovery is compelling, though some of the details felt a bit too personal.

  9. Dorin Pegu

    A wild ride through di Prima’s early years! Her experiences are unique and her writing style is very engaging and I love it!

  10. Prasasth Peter Varigeti

    I was captivated by di Prima’s honesty and vulnerability. A must-read for anyone interested in the Beat Generation and the feminist movement.

  11. Mayur Tukaram Udmale

    I struggled to connect with the writing style. The content was interesting, but it didn’t fully grab me. A decent read, but not great.

  12. Nishant Bedwal

    A powerful and raw account of a woman coming into her own. The details of her early life in s Manhattan are captivating. Recommended!

  13. Khyati Singh

    I enjoyed learning about di Prima’s life, but at times it felt a bit scattered. A good read, but not a favorite.

  14. Jasprit Singh

    I would not recommend this book. It was not well written and hard to keep up with the different characters. Did not enjoy it.

  15. Tushar Tukaram Magar

    This book was not for me. I did not enjoy the writing style and flow of the story. However, it was still interesting.

  16. Anmol Soni

    I found the book a bit slow-paced at times. However, the historical context and di Prima’s personal journey made it worthwhile. /

  17. Mrityunjay Sharma

    Interesting, but I found the writing style a little dense at times. Her experiences are definitely unique and thought-provoking though.

  18. Abhinav Kumar Karadwal

    Di Prima’s voice is powerful and authentic. The book offers valuable insight into a pivotal moment in history. Highly recommend it.

  19. Bashar Khan

    I had mixed feelings about this book. Diane is inspirational but book felt a little incomplete. Overall, a good reading expereince.

  20. Ishaan Garg

    While I appreciated the historical setting, I struggled to connect with some of the characters. Overall, a decent but not amazing read.

  21. Aishwarya Singh

    This book was amazing. I loved learning about Diane and all the amazing life expereinces she had. Would defintely recommend it.

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