Books Cravings

"Cravings: A Sensual Memoir" is a collection of essays by Jyl Lynn Felman, an acclaimed writer and performance artist. In this memoir, Felman explores various forms of desire and craving, including a child's yearning for a mother's attention, a daughter's desire for specific family heirlooms, and a lover's craving for their beloved. The essays are contextualized through Felman's identity as a Jew, a feminist,, and someone who grew up in Ohio, examining how these aspects influence her experience of desire. The book also delves into themes of family life, sibling rivalries, and the grief, regret, and anger associated with the death of a parent.