HEIDI, JULAVITS
HOW TO RAISE A RAPIST
- ISBN 13:
- 9781408883495
- author:
- HEIDI, JULAVITS
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 13.5 centimetres (0.42 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Feminism & Feminist Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Directions to Myself by Heidi Julavits is a memoir that explores the complexities of family life and personal identity. When Julavits' son reaches the threshold of childhood, she begins to wonder how to prepare him for the world he's about to enter. As she navigates this transition, she finds herself grappling with questions of justice, accountability, education, and prevention in her own community. The next four years are marked by upheaval, including rape allegations on campus that prompt Julavits to re-examine her role as a mother and educator. Through her experiences, Julavits discovers the power of storytelling as a way to locate herself and help others find their place in the world. Her writing is a testament to this insight, offering a nuanced exploration of the human need for care and connection. Heidi Julavits' memoir is a thought-provoking and deeply personal work that offers a unique perspective on the challenges of modern life.