DOMESTIC AFFAIRS (2012)
Synopsis
Witty and insightful, Domestic Affairs is an extension of Joyce Maynard’s celebrated, widely syndicated newspaper column of the same name that ran from 1984 to 1990. Each essay gives an unfiltered look at the ups and downs of family life and a remarkable window into the challenges of modern motherhood. Topics range from babysitter woes to family visits to coping with a child’s burgeoning independence. These collected writings represent nine years’ worth of stories about the greatest adventure of Maynard’s life, or, as she writes, “the difficult, exhausting, humbling, and endlessly gratifying business of raising children, of ensuring the health of both body and soul.” This ebook features an illustrated biography of Joyce Maynard including rare photos from the author’s personal collection.
REVIEWS
“A confirmation of the power of that mysterious and indestructible force known as maternal love.”
~ People
I can’t think of a more honest, realistic, loving book about family life than Domestic Affairs. Maynard makes me laugh and cry, alternately wishing I could do it all over again but glad I don’t have to. Share this wonderful book with anyone who has ever had kids and everyone who is thinking about having them.
~ Judy Blume
This is a nice woman and a good mother and practically everything she has to say cheers, refreshes or gives pause. Go read her book.
~ The New York Times