"Sleepless Nights" is a novel by Elizabeth Hardwick, first published in 1979. The book is a loosely structured collection of memories, observations, and reflections on life, love, and loss.
The novel is narrated by an unnamed woman who looks back on her life from middle age. Through a series of vignettes, the narrator reflects on her childhood in Kentucky, her time in New York City as a young woman, her relationships with friends and lovers, and the passing of time.
The book is notable for its innovative structure and its use of multiple narrative voices. Hardwick's prose is often poetic and lyrical, and her observations about human nature are insightful and deeply felt.
"Sleepless Nights" has been praised for its vivid, evocative writing and its exploration of the complexities of memory and identity. It has also been hailed as a feminist classic for its portrayal of a strong, independent female narrator who refuses to conform to traditional gender roles.
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