Explorations of Spirituality in American Women's Literature: The Aging Woman in the Image of God

This book explores how contemporary American women's spiritual literature treats aging and spirituality as major themes,interacting with feminist theology, social science research, attachment theory, and narrative identity theory. It provides an interdisciplinary context for the relationship between aging and spirituality, confirming that US women's writing offers unique illustrations of these interconnections.

Format: Hardback
Length: 204 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book weaves a profound connection between the aging woman and the divine image portrayed in the works of renowned authors such as Flannery OConnor, Joyce Carol Oates, Alicia Ostriker, Lucille Clifton, Mary Szybist, and Anne Babson. It serves as a gateway into a rich tapestry of contemporary American women's spiritual literature, unveiling its profound exploration of aging and spirituality as central themes. Through meticulous analysis, the book showcases how this literature engages meaningfully with feminist theology, social science research on aging and body image, attachment theory, and narrative identity theory, shedding light on the intricate interplay between these diverse disciplines. By providing an interdisciplinary framework, the book confirms that American women's writing offers unique insights into the interconnections between aging and spirituality, resonating with broader perspectives indicated by other fields. Moreover, it underscores the enduring significance of relationships between the human and divine in contemporary women's literature, as authors continually revise and reimagine this sacred bond. This book is a testament to the power of literature to illuminate the complexities of the human experience and to offer profound insights into the enduring nature of the divine-human relationship.

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032454689