Sara answers “This book is disgusting to me. I do not...”

Patricia Barry asked this question about Educated:

This book is disgusting to me. I do not understand why an educated and worldly individual would have difficulty understanding the horrible and violent upbringing that she experienced. It is unbelievable to me that she could not understand the violent situation, yet uneducated upbringing she endured. I have completely misunderstood her manner of education in a life in our country, in this country, how is this possible?

Sara I am not sure how you can say "disgusting"...the problem is when one places judgement without understanding. There is a quote that I believe sums it u…moreI am not sure how you can say "disgusting"...the problem is when one places judgement without understanding. There is a quote that I believe sums it up...“You can't understand someone until you've walked a mile in their shoes.” (less)

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