How to Make an American Quilt
- 236 páginas
- 9 horas de lectura
Like the blocks of a quilt, several different tales are worked together to create a larger story of women's experiences in the twentieth century.
Whitney Otto es una autora cuyas obras se caracterizan por una profunda exploración de las relaciones humanas y la cultura estadounidense. Narra sus historias con un sentido del detalle y una profundidad psicológica de los personajes. Su escritura a menudo revela deseos ocultos y la complejidad de la vida, brindando a los lectores una poderosa experiencia emocional. Otto se centra en temas de identidad y comunidad, con un enfoque estilístico que es a la vez poético y perspicaz.






Like the blocks of a quilt, several different tales are worked together to create a larger story of women's experiences in the twentieth century.
From the bestselling author of "How to Make an American Quilt" comes a powerful tale inspired by the lives of famous 20th-century female photographers tracing the progression of feminism and photography in various world regions.
Exploring her life through the lens of influential women artists, the author offers a captivating blend of biography and memoir. By intertwining personal experiences with artistic insights, she creates a unique narrative that highlights the impact of creativity on her journey. This exploration promises to resonate with a diverse audience, especially those interested in the intersection of art and personal growth.
Acht Frauen treffen sich wöchentlich, um an einem Quilt zu arbeiten und ihre Lebensgeschichten zu teilen. Sie verwenden Stoffreste, die mit persönlichen Erinnerungen verbunden sind. Whitney Ottos Debütroman überzeugt durch geschicktes Geschichtenerzählen und präzise Prosa.
Die knapp vierzigjährige Kiki zieht Bilanz ihres bisherigen Lebens, indem sie das eigene Leben mit dem ihrer Freunde konfrontiert, deren Affären und Beziehungen sie minutiös schildert.