"Growing Up Rich" is a memoir by American author Anne Bernays, first published in 1987. The memoir chronicles Bernays' privileged upbringing in a wealthy and influential family in the United States, and the challenges and conflicts that arose from her family's wealth and status.
Bernays writes about her family's history and their connections to some of the most powerful people in American politics and culture. She also explores the emotional toll that wealth and privilege can take on a family, including the pressure to conform to certain expectations and the sense of isolation that can arise from being part of an elite social circle.
Throughout the memoir, Bernays reflects on her own experiences of growing up in this environment, and the ways in which her upbringing shaped her values, beliefs, and aspirations. She is candid about the contradictions and tensions that she faced, including her desire for independence and her sense of responsibility to her family and its legacy.
"Growing Up Rich" is a compelling memoir that offers a rare glimpse into the world of the American aristocracy. It is notable for its exploration of the emotional complexities of wealth and privilege, as well as its frank and honest portrayal of a family that is both powerful and vulnerable.
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