Vivian Gornick
Born in 1935
Vivian Gornick is an acclaimed American writer known for her memoirs and essay collections.
Born in the Bronx to Jewish immigrants, her experiences growing up in a working-class neighborhood heavily influence her work.
Gornick's writing often explores themes of feminism, relationships, and personal identity.
She gained recognition for her memoir "Fierce Attachments," which delves into her complex relationship with her mother.
Gornick's other notable works include "The End of the Novel of Love" and "The Men in My Life." She resides in New York City and continues to be a respected voice in contemporary literature.
