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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?
Jane There is security in what you know. If you are raised in an abusive family, that's what you know...it's the ONLY security you know. A basic understand…moreThere is security in what you know. If you are raised in an abusive family, that's what you know...it's the ONLY security you know. A basic understanding of psychology perhaps would help you have some compassion for those raised in such a way.(less)
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by Tara Westover (Goodreads Author)
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