Anne Burt

I'm really kinda getting ambivalent about these Seal Press books, I don't really need a boost from an empowering, go-get-'em, women are strong and awesome message. Or a let's all bond about how the patriarchy gets us down and how we keep ourselves up message.

The essay I found most interesting in this book is by the woman with the jaw surgery, because there's a chance I may be getting into a similar thing. But after reading her essay I feel even more anxious about the whole procedure, reading about her recovery. Especially in my case, where it may just be cosmetic, I wonder about the purpose of experiencing so much agony just for looks. But that's kind of what this book is about.… (más)