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Women Rowing North: Navigating Life's Currents and Flourishing As We Age
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Book Brief
272
Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2019
Adult
50+ years
Super Short Summary
Women Rowing North: Navigating Life’s Currents and Flourishing As We Age by Mary Pipher is a self-help guide for women in their sixties and early seventies navigating the transition into later life. It addresses challenges such as ageism, death, and caregiving while emphasizing growth, adaptation, resilience, and the importance of social connections, self-awareness, intention, and gratitude for positive aging. Pipher uses anecdotes, research, and metaphors to offer a holistic perspective on aging, guiding women toward authenticity and self-acceptance. Topics include changes in health, attractiveness, abilities, and relationships.
Informative
Inspirational
Contemplative
Emotional
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Mary Pipher's Women Rowing North offers a compassionate and insightful exploration of aging for women. Critics praise its relatable narratives and actionable advice for navigating the later stages of life. Some find it overly idealistic and occasionally repetitive, but overall, it resonates deeply with its target audience, providing both comfort and guidance amidst life's transitions.
Who Should Read Women Rowing North?
Women Rowing North by Mary Pipher appeals to mature women seeking guidance on aging gracefully. Fans of Cheryl Strayed's Wild and Anne Lamott's Grace (Eventually) will resonate with its focus on resilience and joy during life's later stages. It's ideal for those interested in personal growth, self-help, and navigating life's transitions.
9,598 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Kestrel
Kestrel
A woman in her sixties living in Seattle, who works at a technology company, has navigated casual romantic relationships, and focuses on personal growth and family connections.
Sylvia
Sylvia
A retired paralegal in her sixties living in Austin with her husband, who cares for her grandchildren due to her daughter's struggles, while managing challenges in her marriage.
Willow
Willow
A 72-year-old living in New York City, who formerly worked in a nonprofit and now provides care for her husband with Parkinson's disease, drawing strength from her past.
272
Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2019
Adult
50+ years
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