The Dance of the Dissident Daughter: A Woman's Journey from Christian Tradition to the Sacred Feminine
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1996
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1990s
1996
Adult
18+ years
The Dance of the Dissident Daughter: A Woman's Journey from Christian Tradition to the Sacred Feminine by Sue Monk Kidd explores a woman's transformative journey from traditional Christian beliefs to embracing the sacred feminine. Through introspection and exploration, the author navigates her spiritual awakening, seeking empowerment and understanding in a patriarchal society.
Inspirational
Contemplative
Emotional
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Sue Monk Kidd's The Dance of the Dissident Daughter is praised for its introspective exploration of feminine spirituality and empowerment. Readers appreciate its transformative narrative and lyrical prose. Some critics find it too divergent from traditional Christian beliefs, making it challenging for mainstream Christians. Overall, the book is valued for its candid and thought-provoking journey.
Ideal for readers exploring spirituality, feminism, and personal transformation, particularly those intrigued by transitioning from traditional Christian beliefs to embracing the sacred feminine. Fans of Women Who Run with the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estés and Anam Cara by John O'Donohue may find it captivating.
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238
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1990s
1996
Adult
18+ years
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