The New Single Woman

Author: E. Kay Trimberger
ISBN: 9780807065235

Drawing on stories from diverse women who have been single for many years, Trimberger explodes the idea that fulfillment comes only through coupling with a soulmate. Instead she presents an exciting new identity for women in the twenty-first century: the new single woman—a woman who is content with her single life.These gripping personal accounts of how single women’s lives evolve over time, combined with Trimberger’s incisive analysis, blend to provide a much-needed cultural roadmap for every single woman who is striving to create a satisfying and meaningful life. Trimberger’s all-inclusive, paradigm-shifting notion is one that ultimately strengthens and enriches both single women and couples.“Trimberger explores with openness and grace the experience of single women in a soul-mate culture.” —Arlie Russell Hochschild“This fascinating study is the perfect antidote to the onslaught of books telling women to marry or be miserable. The women Trimberger depicts have complex

Publisher: Beacon Press
Publish Date: 2006-10-01

Subjects: Psychology / Social Psychology, Social Science / Women's Studies

This book is available in the following Community Centers: Women's Center (Location: Women's Studies)