Educated: A Memoir

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"Educated: A Memoir" by Tara Westover is a powerful and inspiring story of a young woman's journey to overcome the limitations of her upbringing and achieve a higher education. Rai sed in a strict and isolated household in rural Idaho, Westover was denied access to formal education by her survivalist family. Despite these challenges, she was able to break free and pursue her dreams, earning a PhD from Cambridge University and becoming a renowned scholar and writer. Key points of the book: A powerful and inspiring memoir about a young woman's journey to overcome the limitations of her upbringing and achieve a higher education Offers a glimpse into the world of survivalist families and the challenges faced by those who grow up in isolation Explores themes of family, faith, identity, and resilience Provides insight into the transformative power of education and the pursuit of knowledge A New York Times Bestseller and one of Time Magazine's 10 Best Nonfiction Books of the Decade Details of the book: Author: Tara Westover Format: Paperback Pages: 352 Dimensions: 5.16 x 0.75 x 8 inches Weight: 9.6 ounces Publication date: February 20, 2018 Show more