Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh
In this lyrical and introspective work, the author reflects on the complexities of a woman's life and the challenges of balancing societal expectations, relationships, and personal growth. Drawing inspiration from her time on a seaside retreat, she uses the metaphor of various shells found on the beach to explore themes of solitude, love, and the evolving stages of a woman's life. Through her meditations, she advocates for simplicity and inner peace, suggesting that women can find strength and renewal by periodically withdrawing from the demands of everyday life, much like the ebb and flow of the ocean's tides.
The 11441st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1955
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 128-134
- Words
- 31,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 75 Books by Women Whose Words Have Changed the World (Women's National Book Association)
- Nancy Pearl's 100 Good Reads, Decade by Decade (Book Lust (Book))