Know My Name A Memoir
Know My Name A Memoir by Chanel Miller, published by Penguin on August 18, 2020, is a profound exploration of identity and resilience. In this 384-page memoir, Miller shares her journey from being known as Emily Doe to reclaiming her name and narrative. The book addresses the complexities of trauma and healing, offering insights into the societal issues surrounding sexual abuse and harassment.
Readers will find a candid account that intertwines personal experiences with broader social commentary. Miller’s narrative not only reflects her own struggles but also critiques a criminal justice system that often fails survivors. Through her writing, she challenges prevailing beliefs about sexual assault, presenting a story that balances pain with moments of humor and hope. This edition invites readers to engage deeply with themes of biography, personal memoirs, and social science, making it a significant contribution to contemporary discussions on these critical topics.
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A NEW YORK TIMES READERS’ CHOICE BEST BOOK OF THE CENTURY
BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR in PEOPLE | NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW | WASHINGTON POST | NPR | PARADE | TIME |GLAMOUR | CHICAGO TRIBUNE | MARIE CLAIRE | ELLE | FORTUNE
“Know My Name is a gut-punch, and in the end, somehow, also blessedly hopeful.”
—Washington Post
Universally acclaimed, rapturously reviewed, and an instant New York Times bestseller, Chanel Miller’s breathtaking memoir “gives readers the privilege of knowing her not just as Emily Doe, but as Chanel Miller the writer, the artist, the survivor, the fighter.” (The Wrap). Her story of trauma and transcendence illuminates a culture biased to protect perpetrators, indicting a criminal justice system designed to fail the most vulnerable, and, ultimately, shining with the courage required to move through suffering and live a full and beautiful life.
Know My Name will forever transform the way we think about sexual assault, challenging our beliefs about what is acceptable and speaking truth to the tumultuous reality of healing. Entwining pain, resilience, and humor, this memoir will stand as a modern classic.
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