My Mother/My Self

In My Mother/My Self, Nancy Friday explores the complex dynamics between mothers and daughters, a topic that was largely overlooked at the time of its publication in the early 1970s. Through candid self-disclosure and extensive interviews, she delves into the deep-seated emotions of love, anger, and the generational legacies that shape women's identities. Friday asserts that recognizing one's individuality apart from their mother is crucial for personal fulfillment in love, work, and sexuality, emphasizing that a mother's unconditional love during early childhood is foundational for a woman's emotional resilience.