First published in 1973, has become a classic. When eva carroll walks out on her husband of 40 years, it is an unplanned, completely spontaneous gesture. Yet eva feels neither guilt nor remorse. Instead, she feels rejuve...First published in 1973, has become a classic. When eva carroll walks out on her husband of 40 years, it is an unplanned, completely spontaneous gesture. Yet eva feels neither guilt nor remorse. Instead, she feels rejuvenated and blissfully free.