The Odd Woman and the City - by Vivian Gornick (Paperback)

The Odd Woman and the City is a memoir of self-discovery that explores the rhythms, chance encounters, and ever-changing friendships of urban life in New York City.

Through the lens of Vivian Gornick's 20-year friendship with Leonard, a sophisticated man who is unhappy with his life, the book delves into the mysterious nature of ordinary human relations.

The narrator engages with people on the street, making sense of what they see and reflecting on the evolution of friendship over the past two centuries.

This contentious and deeply moving ode to friendship, love, and urban life is a must-read for anyone looking to understand the complexities of human connection in today's world.