All Who Go Do Not Return
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015
288
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
New York • 1990s-2000s
2015
Adult
18+ years
All Who Go Do Not Return is Shulem Deen’s memoir detailing his transition from the insular Skverer Hasidic sect to a secular lifestyle after losing his faith. Chronicling his journey from devout follower to heretic, Deen offers rare insight into the secluded Skverer community. The memoir explores his eventual expulsion, the impact on his family, and his quest for intellectual integrity and personal freedom. The book discusses themes like religious extremism, intellectual questioning, and the complex dynamics of leaving a closed community.
Mysterious
Contemplative
Melancholic
Emotional
Challenging
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All Who Go Do Not Return by Shulem Deen is a compelling memoir that details the author's journey from a devout Hasidic Jew to an atheist. It is praised for its candidness, emotional depth, and insightful critique of insular religious communities. However, some find the narrative occasionally repetitive and overly detailed. Overall, it provides a poignant look into a closed-off world.
Readers fascinated by religious memoirs, particularly those detailing escape from restrictive communities, will appreciate Shulem Deen's All Who Go Do Not Return. Fans of Educated by Tara Westover and Unorthodox by Deborah Feldman will find the exploration of faith, identity, and transformation compelling.
9,316 ratings
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288
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
New York • 1990s-2000s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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