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The Position follows four siblings thirty years after their parents authored a popular sex manual in the 1970s. Now, as their own families and careers unfold, they must confront how their parents’ open attitudes toward sexuality shaped their identities, relationships, and the book’s legacy. Their discussion turns into a tense examination of legacy, authenticity, and the power of words, culminating in a debate over whether the guide should be reissued for a new generation.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Psychological Fiction/Psychological Drama
Authors: Meg Wolitzer
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