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“Open this book, hear its chorus of voices and remember that we are a nation of individuals, bound to each other by our humanity.” - New York Times Book Review

A New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice

“An exquisite collection. Whether it be a moving target or a constant, a place of fondness or melancholy, these women look at what we call home, and the roles we have played within it, from every perspective imaginable. This book will inspire you to ponder what your home has been and is -- a provocative and worthy pursuit.” - Shawn Colvin

“A marvelous collection of original essays that testify to the centrality of home as a place where fantasy and reality collide. - Thomas Beller

“A must read for any modern woman, wife, daughter or mother.” - Randi Zuckerberg

“A diverse collection of essays that delve into the fraught concept of home as both a physical and emotional space.” - Kirkus Reviews

“The essays show an honest portrait of the U.S., pieced together like an imperfect American quilt. We need more books like this.” - BUST Magazine

“Rich and thoughtful.” - The Toronto Star

A Town & Country book you need to read

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