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Why Grow Up?Our culture is obsessed with youth and why not? What's the appeal of growing old, of gaining responsibilities and giving up on dreams, of steadily trading possibility for experience? The philosopher Susan Neiman argues that the absence of appealing models of maturity is not an accident: by describing life as a downhill process, we prepare young people to expect and demand very little from it. In Why Grow Up?, she challenges our culture of permanent
Our culture is obsessed with youth--and why not? What's the appeal of growing old, of gaining responsibilities and giving up on dreams, of steadily trading possibility for experience?
The philosopher Susan Neiman argues that the absence of appealing models of maturity is not an accident: by describing life as a downhill process, we prepare young people to expect--and demand--very little from it. In Why Grow Up?, she challenges our culture of permanent adolescence, turning to thinkers including Kant, Rousseau, and Arendt to find a model of maturity that is not a matter of resignation. In growing up, we move from the boundless trust of childhood to the peculiar mixture of disappointment and exhilaration that comes with adolescence. Maturity, however, means finding the courage to live in a world of painful uncertainty without giving in to dogma or despair. A grown-up, Neiman writes, helps to move the world closer to what it should be while never losing sight of what it is. Why Grow Up? is a witty and concise argument for the value of maturity as a subversive ideal: a goal rarely achieved in its entirety, and all the more worth striving for.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Farrar, Strauss & Giroux-3pl
Published: 04/26/2016
ISBN: 9780374536145
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 7.40h x 5.00w x 0.80d
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★★★★★ 3
Runs large
Size: 7 Big Kid, Color: White
Runs very large.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2026
★★★★★ 5
a little roomy for narrow feet.
Size: 6 Big Kid, Color: Black/Black
Nice shoes. My little one has narrow feet so they are a little lose. Overall, a nice shoe.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
comfortable
Size: 7 Big Kid, Color: Black/Black
super comfortable!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great shoes
Size: 5 Big Kid, Color: Navy/Blue
Loved them but bought a size too small so had to buy another pair…my bad 🤦🏽♀️
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Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Comfortable and Easy to Wear Daily
Size: 2 Little Kid, Color: Navy/Blue
My daughter has been wearing these navy/blue shoes since the weather has been less rainy and more sunny. They are great for outdoor play, especially on days when it's warm outside. The knit mesh upper keeps her feet from overheating, and the cushioned insole feels supportive without being stiff. At size 2, the fit is accurate and the width runs a bit roomy, which gave her some growing room without feeling loose.
The slip-on design with elastic laces and pull tabs is a real plus. She can get them on and off without any help, which she loves. The shoes are light enough that she barely notices them during long active days. My one small complaint is that the sole feels more like firm foam than rubber, so they can be a little slippery on smooth indoor floors.
For the price, these deliver solid everyday value. They look good, hold up well to regular use, and my daughter reaches for them first most mornings.
Pros:
- Breathable mesh keeps feet cool
- Easy slip-on design with elastic laces and pull tabs
- Lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear
- Accurate sizing with a roomy width
- Durable for the price
Cons:
- Sole can be slippery on hard smooth surfaces
- Limited outsole grip compared to rubber-soled shoes
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Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2026
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