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The Cost of Living: A Working Autobiography

Deborah Levy
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The Cost of Living: A Working Autobiography

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2018

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Deborah Levy

The Cost of Living: A Working Autobiography

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

2010s

Theme
Language
Topic
Gender & Feminism

Women`s Studies
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Cost of Living: A Working Autobiography by Deborah Levy presents a reflective narrative about a person's midlife journey after a personal transition. The author explores themes of identity, freedom, and reinvention while navigating the intricacies of life as a writer and mother. The autobiography offers insights into balancing personal and professional aspirations.

Contemplative

Melancholic

Emotional

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

21,757 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Cost of Living: A Working Autobiography by Deborah Levy receives praise for its lyrical prose and introspective exploration of womanhood and freedom. Readers appreciate Levy's candid reflections and emotive storytelling. Some critique its fragmented narrative structure, which may challenge those seeking a linear storyline. Overall, it offers a thought-provoking and empowering read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Cost of Living: A Working Autobiography?

A reader who enjoys The Cost of Living: A Working Autobiography by Deborah Levy is likely drawn to introspective narratives exploring themes of independence, identity, and reinvention. Similar to readers of Wild by Cheryl Strayed and Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert, they appreciate candid self-exploration and creative freedom.

4.3

21,757 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

2010s

Theme
Language
Topic
Gender & Feminism

Women`s Studies
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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