Committed: A Skeptic Makes Peace with Marriage
Description
When immigration law forces Elizabeth Gilbert and her Brazilian-born partner Felipe to choose between marriage or separation, the bestselling author of Eat, Pray, Love embarks on an unexpected journey to understand the institution she once swore to avoid. Through historical research, candid interviews, and deeply personal reflection, Gilbert examines the complexities of matrimony—from compatibility and fidelity to family expectations and the sobering realities of divorce. With her signature wit and intelligence, she fearlessly explores what marriage truly means in the modern world, moving beyond romantic ideals to celebrate love in all its messy, consequential reality. Committed is both a memoir of how one couple navigated an impossible choice and a thoughtful investigation into why this ancient institution continues to shape our lives. Ultimately, Gilbert's exploration becomes a clear-eyed testament to the power of commitment, offering readers a refreshingly honest perspective on what it takes to build a lasting partnership.
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paperback
Viking Books
Published Jan 5, 2010
285 pages
ISBN: 9780670021659
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First Published
2010
Language
eng
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