Wendy Wasserstein was an acclaimed American playwright whose work often centered on the lives and experiences of modern women. Her plays frequently explored themes of identity, ambition, and societal expectations with wit and empathy. Wasserstein masterfully captured the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning in contemporary life.
Wendy Wasserstein's collection features thirty-five essays that showcase her sharp wit and deep empathy, reflecting her experiences and insights from her forties. Rooted in her New York upbringing, these urbane pieces blend humor with inspiration, making her observations relatable to a wide audience. The essays capture her unique perspective on life, culture, and identity, highlighting her significant contribution to contemporary literature and the arts.
The story centers on the Rosenweig sisters, each navigating distinct life paths and relationships. Sara leads a content, single life in London with her daughter, while Pfeni, a quirky travel writer, grapples with a complicated romance. Gorgeous seemingly has it all with a perfect family in Massachusetts but is drawn into her own struggles. Their reunion in Holland Park rekindles deep familial connections, prompting each sister to reflect on her past and consider her future choices.
In this delicious book of essays, Wendy Wasserstein perfects the urbane, wacky and compassionate sensibility that informed plays like her Pulitzer Prize-winning The Heidi Chronicles
Sloth is a parody of every self-improvement book: instead of providing a manual to a more active and productive lifestyle, Wasserstein offers tips, encouragement and advice toward a successful life of sloth.
Set against the backdrop of post-9/11 New York, this novel offers a sharp comedic exploration of high society through the eyes of Francesca Weissman, a pediatrician navigating the elite social scene. As she encounters a cast of characters, including a socialite, a climber, and a filmmaker, the narrative reveals their extravagant lifestyles and tangled affairs. However, the story takes a poignant turn, exposing the deeper consequences of their choices and the emotional undercurrents of their seemingly glamorous lives.