L'événement
By Annie Ernaux
2011
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Summary
"Depuis des années, je tourne autour de cet événement de ma vie. Lire dans un roman le récit d'un avortement me plonge dans un saisissement sans images ni pensées, comme si les mots se changeaient instantanément en sensation violente. De la même façon entendre par hasard La javanaise, J'ai la mémoire qui flanche, n'importe quelle chanson qui m'a accompagnée durant cette période, me bouleverse." Annie Ernaux
Community Reviews
Readers find Annie Ernaux's portrayal of her abortion experience in 'L'événement' both raw and powerful. The narrative, set before abortion was legalized, is appreciated for its candidness and historical insight into the struggles women faced. Many describe the book as a poignant, necessary feminist work that evokes a range of emotions from sadness to anger. However, some readers were disappointed by the lack of emotional depth compared to Ernaux's other works.
👍 Candid historical insight into illegal abortions.
👎 May lack emotional depth for some.
