Margot A Novel
Margot A Novel by Wendell Steavenson, published by National Geographic Books on January 24, 2023, is a poignant exploration of a young woman’s quest for independence against the backdrop of the sexual revolution. Set in the mid-1950s, the narrative follows Margot Thornsen as she navigates her privileged upbringing in New York and Oyster Bay, where her mother’s expectations clash with her own interests in science and literature. The story unfolds as a family tragedy disrupts their affluent lifestyle, leading Margot to seek a new identity at Radcliffe College during the transformative late 1960s.
Readers will find a rich depiction of Margot’s internal struggles and her desire to break free from societal constraints. The novel delves into themes of coming of age and the complexities of familial relationships, particularly between Margot and her mother. Through its exploration of women’s experiences during a pivotal era, the book presents a thoughtful commentary on personal growth and the pursuit of knowledge. With 288 pages, this edition offers a detailed and immersive reading experience in English.
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A moving portrait of a young woman’s struggle to break free of her upper-class upbringing amid the whirlwind years of the sexual revolution.
It’s the mid-1950s and Margot Thornsen is growing up between a Park Avenue apartment in New York and her family’s sumptuous Oyster Bay estate as the presumed heir to her late grandfather’s steel fortune. Her domineering mother has charted a course for her—to forego education and marry well—but Margot is more interested in microscopes and beetles and books. When a devastating fire brings the family legacy crashing down and the sexual revolution dawns, a new path opens up—the expansive world of late-1960s Radcliffe College and the intellectual, cultural, and sexual freedom Margot has been reaching for.
Hailed for her “intelligent and heartfelt fiction” (Kirkus Reviews), Wendell Steavenson writes with grace, precision, and great psychological perception. With Margot, she has crafted a vivid portrayal of the quiet torment of young women of its era, a comically caustic mother-daughter story, and a memorable evocation of one woman’s passion for the wonder of science.
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