Learning Burney A Map Of My Mother And Me

by Ashley Cleveland

"Mother. Some get the warm curve of the ' mo , some get the pointy end of the er '. I got the whole word..." Learning Burney is a series of stories in essay form that focus on the relationship of a daughter and her mother. The book examines the similarities and contrasts, the generational differences, the wounds and the gifts that emerge in a narrative that is hilarious, hair-raising and deeply moving. Some of the explored themes Christian Faith Identity Alcoholism Recovery Body Image Culture Family In reference to climbing the family tree in its fullness the author "I began to close the emotional distance, feeling grateful for each branch that shaped me-and shapes me still."

216 pages, Paperback

Published December 1, 2021

Reviews

[Lisa Brantly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable - I'm also a huge Ashley Cleveland fan.