Seeking Rapture

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From the bestselling author of THE BINDING CHAIR, this acclaimed follow-up to her memoir THE KISS delves into the bonds of motherhood across four generations. Kathryn Harrison recalls her childhood when her young mother entrusted her to her British grandmother, a formidable figure from Shanghai. To Kathryn, her grandmother was a master storyteller, revealing tales of a magical, bygone era. After rejecting numerous suitors, she married at 43, becoming the mother of Harrison, who also resisted societal norms. Her mother appeared sporadically, urging unwanted glamour on her shy daughter. Growing up as an observer, Harrison sought to understand these women while carving her own path. In this witty and poignant memoir, she reflects on the ties that bind mothers and children, as well as the forces that can create distance. Harrison explores the legacy of storytelling from her grandmother and examines her family history for inspiration in her writing. As she watches her own children grow, she recalls moments of rebellion, the struggle for perfection leading to an eating disorder, and the tumultuous fights that marked her journey to independence. This evocative book invites readers to explore their own experiences of motherhood, loss, and renewal, capturing the unforgettable moments that shape domestic life.