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In the Body of the World
240 pages, 2013
From the best-selling author of The Vagina Monologues and one of Newsweek's 150 Women Who Changed the World comes a vision of connecting with the body and world through a memoir of separation and connection to self.
Eve Ensler is a playwright, novelist, and activist who has dedicated her life to exploring how to talk about, preserve, and cherish the female body. Despite this, she spent most of her childhood disconnected from her own body, a dissociation exacerbated by her father's sexual abuse and her mother's isolation.
Then, after becoming an activist for women's rights in South Africa and traveling to the Congo to work with rape victims, Ensler is diagnosed with uterine cancer. This diagnosis forces her to finally become, first and foremost, a body: poked, stabbed, sliced, and scanned for months. Then is distance eliminated?
In the Body of the World explores the importance of human connection. V shows us that our relationships with others can be a source of strength and healing. It's a reminder to reach out, connect, and not isolate ourselves, especially during tough times.
V takes us on her personal journey of healing from cancer. She shares her experiences with raw honesty, showing us that healing is not just physical, but also emotional and spiritual. It's a powerful story that can inspire anyone going through a tough time.
The book shows us how personal experiences can be deeply connected to global issues. V links her battle with cancer to environmental destruction and violence against women. It's a call to see the bigger picture and take action.
In the Body of the World reminds us of the importance of taking care of ourselves. V emphasizes that self-care is not selfish, but necessary for our well-being. It's a message that can encourage us to prioritize our health and happiness.
V uses storytelling as a tool for healing and connection. She shares her story with courage and vulnerability, inspiring us to do the same. The book shows us that our stories matter and can make a difference in the world.
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In the Body of the World is a riveting and passionate call to 'get connected' with our bodies, each other, and the world. It's a transformative journey that will awaken your senses and ignite your soul.
Eve Ensler - Playwright, ActivistIn the Body of the World is a daring, honest, and inspiring book. It's a call to arms for us to reconnect with our bodies and the world around us.
Gloria Steinem - Feminist, JournalistIn the Body of the World is a powerful, brave, and deeply moving memoir about one woman's journey to understand her body and the world. It's a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of our planet.
Oprah Winfrey - Media ExecutiveRecommendations
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