Educated

Tara Westover’s memoir, Educated: A Memoir, is a powerful and inspiring story of resilience in the face of incredible odds. This remarkable book details Westover’s journey from being raised in an isolated, extreme Mormon family in Idaho to earning a PhD from Cambridge University. Westover’s story is both heartbreaking and uplifting as she recounts her experiences of facing physical abuse, emotional neglect, and educational deprivation, all while struggling to maintain her connection to her family and faith. Despite the overwhelming obstacles that Westover encountered on her path towards higher education, she persevered and eventually achieved her goal, becoming a successful student and author in the process. With honest detail and vivid descriptions, Westover captures the raw emotion of her journey as she grapples with identity in the face of conflicting beliefs and values. As readers follow along with Westover’s story they will be inspired by her courage and determination to reach new heights despite daunting adversity. The lessons learned throughout this captivating memoir will stay with readers long after finishing its pages.