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Spinster

A bold, original, moving book that will inspire fanatical devotion and ignite ...

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Discuss Spinster by Kate Bolick

The term spinster has a divisive history. What does the word mean to you? Has this changed since reading the book?

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May. 30, 2016
by cb

Spinster

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May. 29, 2016
by cb

Are there solitary activities that you love? Are they necessary to your happiness?

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May. 29, 2016
by cb

Do you think individuals can grow to reach their full potential while in a relationship? Is romantic solitude necessary for personal growth?

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May. 29, 2016
by cb

What can we do to better know ourselves? How do you stay in touch with your inner self?

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May. 29, 2016
by cb

Spinster opens with the following statement: "Whom to marry, and when will it happen—these two questions define every woman's existence." Do you find this to be true in your own life? If so, how have you navigated these expectations?

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May. 29, 2016
by cb

Spinster wish or commitment problem?

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May. 26, 2016
by barbm

Each of Bolick's awakeners marry at some point in their lives, yet Bolick maintains that they are spinsters. Ultimately, what do you think makes someone a spinster?

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May. 23, 2016
by Pepper

What did you learn from Maeve Brennan's story? Do you consider it a warning or rather an example of a unique and full life?

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May. 21, 2016
by suzanner

Bolick's relationship with R creates a crossroad in her life. Have you ever had to make a similar choice? If you were in this position, what would you do?

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May. 21, 2016
by suzanner

What makes a woman single? Is it a matter of marital status? Of habits or state of mind?

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May. 21, 2016
by suzanner

What is your relationship status? How does Bolick's experience square with your own?

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May. 21, 2016
by suzanner

Consider Bolick's five awakeners. Which of these women inspired you most and why?

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May. 21, 2016
by suzanner

How do you think our parents' aspirations and choices define the decisions we make? Does this change as we age?

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May. 21, 2016
by suzanner

How does spinsterhood compare to bachelordom? Does society celebrate the single man?

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May. 21, 2016
by suzanner

One of Bolick's goals is to inspire women and men to find their own awakeners. In your own life, who would your awakeners be?

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May. 21, 2016
by suzanner

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