I Feel Bad About My Neck: And Other Thoughts on Being a Woman

Nora Ephron

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lighthearted reflections

urban affluent living

introspective humor

quick pacing

conversational style

thought provoking insights

'I Feel Bad About My Neck: And Other Thoughts on Being a Woman' by Nora Ephron is a collection of humorous essays on aging, womanhood, and life in New York City. The book provides a lighthearted look at the changes women go through as they age, addressing topics such as appearance, relationships, and societal pressures. Ephron's writing style is witty, engaging, and introspective, offering a mix of humor, insight, and personal anecdotes that resonate with readers.

Characters:

The central figure is Nora Ephron herself, presenting her experiences and reflections, with additional characters representing typical affluent urban life.

Writing/Prose:

The prose features a conversational and intimate style, blending humor with poignant reflections, making it engaging and relatable.

Plot/Storyline:

The book is a collection of essays that delve into personal anecdotes and societal observations regarding aging and womanhood, particularly in urban environments.

Setting:

The setting is primarily in New York City, reflecting the culture and experiences of urban, affluent living.

Pacing:

The pacing is quick due to the short essay format, allowing for easy consumption and a light reading experience.

I feel bad about my neck. Truly I do. If you saw my neck, you might feel bad about it too, but you’d probably be too polite to let on. If I said something to you on the subject—something like “I absol...

Notes:

Nora Ephron, known for her screenplays for hit movies such as 'When Harry Met Sally' and 'Sleepless in Seattle', wrote 'I Feel Bad About My Neck' at age 64.

The book is a collection of 15 essays reflecting on aging from a woman's perspective, often with humor.

Ephron humorously discusses the cultural expectations of women regarding beauty and maintenance, particularly how women's necks show signs of aging.

One of the essays, 'On Rapture', expresses her passion for reading and the joy of getting lost in books.

The essay 'Considering the Alternative' addresses mortality, making it poignant given that Ephron died in 2012 after the book's publication.

Ephron candidly shares her sense of privilege as a wealthy New Yorker, which some readers found hard to relate to.

Many essays touch on universal themes, such as aging, relationships, and the emotional complexities of life as women.

The book's lighthearted approach is sometimes contrasted with deeper issues like illness and loss, evoking mixed feelings from readers.

Ephron's ability to blend humor with serious topics helps her connect with readers despite differences in lifestyle and experience.

The commentary on her experiences in New York reflects a love for the city, making it resonate with many readers who share that affection.

From The Publisher:

With her disarming, intimate, completely accessible voice, and dry sense of humor, Nora Ephron shares with us her ups and downs in I Feel Bad About My Neck, a candid, hilarious look at women who are getting older and dealing with the tribulations of maintenance, menopause, empty nests, and life itself.

Ephron chronicles her life as an obsessed cook, passionate city dweller, and hapless parent. But mostly she speaks frankly and uproariously about life as a woman of a certain age. Utterly courageous, uproariously funny, and unexpectedly moving in its truth telling, I Feel Bad About My Neck is a scrumptious, irresistible treat of a book, full of truths, laugh out loud moments that will appeal to readers of all ages.

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loutup337

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2 months

This was funny! Made me laughout loud and could relate far to much lol enjoyed it.

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About the Author:

Nora Ephron was the author of the bestselling I Feel Bad About My Neck as well as Heartburn, Crazy Salad, Wallflower at the Orgy, and Scribble Scribble. She wrote and directed the hit movie Julie & Julia and received Academy Award nominations for Best Original Screenplay for When Harry Met Sally. . ., Silkwood, and Sleepless in Seattle, which she also directed. Her other credits include the script for the stage hit Love, Loss, and What I Wore with Delia Ephron. She died in 2012.

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