Nobody's Child

by Diane Sher Lutovich

When Diane Sher Lutovich set out to attain closure of her mother's death she simultaneously discovered how other women address their losses. "Nobody's Child: How Older Women Say Good-bye to Their Mothers", in poetry and prose, tells the big and little stories of women who, having come of age during the feminist revolution, lived very different lives than their mothers. The author addresses the guilt a daughter feels when confronted by her mother's life choices, the loss of family history and a belated recognition of her mother's legacy. The voices are heard within these pages, giving occasion for the reader to learn about the multiplicity of feelings-including remorse, fear, frustration, compassion, and deep admiration-that many daughters experience at their mother's passing.

154 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2000

Reviews

[Peg! · Rating 4 out of 5]

Trying to guide myself through this whole grieving process - found this book (which was recommended by a friend) quite helpful. Almost sociological in tone, with the full range of possible reactions, case studies etc. Actually quite intriguing, in a sad sort of way. Think my mom would've approved.

[Marian · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is for women 50 and older who have lost their mothers. I found it to be interesting and informative. It did talk about a generation a little older than what I could relate to. It was geared for mothers being born in the 1900-1920's. Subtle changes occurred for women born after 1920-1930's which was my mother's age group. Overall, the message was good across the board. I wished they talked a little more about mother's who had dementia in their last years. It was easy to read and helpful.