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Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult: a Memoir

Name: Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult: a Memoir
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Book Synopsis: A moving, heartbreaking, and inspiring true story of the author's escape from an apocalyptic cult—and the deep understanding of the natural world that helped her find freedom. My family prepared me for the end of the world, but I know how to survive on what the earth yields. Michelle Dowd grew up on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest, born into an ultra-religious cult—the Field, as members called it—run by her grandfather, who believed that his chosen followers must prepare themselves to survive doomsday. Bound by the group's patriarchal rules and literal interpretation of the Bible, Michelle and her siblings lived a life of deprivation, isolated from Outsiders and starved for both love and food. She was forced to learn the skills necessary to battle hunger, thirst, and cold; she learned to trust animals more than humans; and most important, she learned how to survive by foraging for what she needed. And as Michelle got older, she realized she had the strength to break free. Focus on what will sustain, not satiate you, she would tell herself. Use everything. Waste nothing. Get to know the intricacies of the land like the intricacies of your body. And so she did. With haunting and stark language, and illustrations of edible plants and their uses opening each chapter, Forager is a fierce and empowering coming-of-age story and a timely meditation on the ways in which harnessing nature's gifts can lead to our freedom.

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Are you tired of the same old memoirs? Looking for a gripping and unique story that will keep you hooked from start to finish? Look no further! Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult is the captivating and powerful memoir you've been waiting for. Filled with intense emotions, shocking revelations, and an unbreakable spirit, this book is a rollercoaster ride that you won't want to miss.

Delve into the depths of human resilience as the author recounts their harrowing journey of survival within a family cult. From the very first page, you'll be transported into a world filled with secrecy, manipulation, and the struggle for freedom. The raw and honest narrative will make you feel the pain and triumph the author experienced, leaving you with a deep sense of empathy and inspiration.

Forager goes beyond being just another memoir - it is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of self-discovery. As you read, you'll find yourself questioning the limits of your own resilience and reflecting on the importance of finding your own path in life. This unique and thought-provoking story will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary memoir that is taking the literary world by storm. Whether you're a fan of memoirs, true crime, or simply love a gripping story, Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult is a must-read. Order your copy today and immerse yourself in a journey like no other.

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