36 pages • 1 hour read
Deborah FeldmanUnorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Deborah Feldman's Unorthodox is widely praised for its courageous and insightful portrayal of her escape from a restrictive Hasidic community. Reviewers appreciate the raw, honest storytelling and emotional depth. However, some criticize it for perceived embellishments and a disjointed narrative. Overall, it provides a compelling look into a cloistered world.
Who Should Read Unorthodox?
Readers who would enjoy Unorthodox by Deborah Feldman are typically drawn to memoirs about self-discovery, cultural rebellion, and personal transformation. Fans of Tara Westover’s Educated and Jeannette Walls’ The Glass Castle will appreciate Feldman’s insight into breaking free from rigid, oppressive environments.
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