Educated" is a memoir by Tara Westover that tells the story of her journey from a remote mountain town in Idaho to earning a PhD from Cambridge University. The book explores themes of family, education, and identity as Westover grapples with her upbringing in a strict, conservative household where education was not valued. Despite facing numerous challenges, including physical and emotional abuse from family members, Westover was determined to pursue an education. She taught herself the subjects needed to pass college entrance exams and eventually attended Brigham Young University. From there, she continued to pursue higher education, ultimately earning a PhD. Along the way, she faced conflicts with her family, who believed that her education threatened their way of life. "Educated" is a powerful and inspiring story of perseverance, self-discovery, and the transformative power of education.
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