Miranda July's Weird Road Trip.
Published In: Atlantic, 2024, v. 333, n. 5. P. 94 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Kisner, Jordan 3 of 3
Abstract
Miranda July's novel, "All Fours," follows a middle-aged artist who embarks on a road trip to New York to prove that she can be a "chill, grounded woman." However, her journey takes unexpected turns when she becomes infatuated with a younger man and commissions his wife to redecorate a motel room. The protagonist's actions are both baffling and erotic, reflecting her midlife crisis and the hormonal flux of perimenopause. July's novel explores themes of alienation, shame, and the struggle for authentic self-expression, offering a unique and whimsical perspective on the female artist's journey. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Atlantic. 2024/06, Vol. 333, Issue 5, p94
- Document Type:Interview
- Subject Area:Health and Medicine
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:1072-7825
- Accession Number:177130854
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