What is Tara Westover known for?

Tara Westover is widely recognized for her memoir, which chronicles her journey from a strict, isolated upbringing in rural Idaho to pursuing an education at Cambridge University.

Has Tara Westover won any awards?

Her memoir was a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, and it was named one of The New York Times' 10 Best Books of 2018.

Tara Westover

b. 1986

Books: 2
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About

Tara Westover (born September 27, 1986) is an American memoirist, essayist and historian. Her memoir Educated (2018) debuted at No. 1 on The New York Times bestseller list and was a finalist for a number of national awards, including the LA Times Book Prize, PEN America's Jean Stein Book Award, and two awards from the National Book Critics Circle Award.

Top genres

Memoir Biography Biography & Memoir Education Nonfiction

Featured works

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Educated

Tara Westover

Narrative non-fiction

Educated By Tara Westover, Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis By J. D. Vance 2 Books Collection Set

Tara Westover

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Frequently asked questions

Tara Westover is widely recognized for her memoir, which chronicles her journey from a strict, isolated upbringing in rural Idaho to pursuing an education at Cambridge University.
Her memoir was a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, and it was named one of The New York Times' 10 Best Books of 2018.