--- product_id: 66762065 title: "Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots" price: "VT22818" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/66762065-unorthodox-the-scandalous-rejection-of-my-hasidic-roots store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots **Price:** VT22818 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots - **How much does it cost?** VT22818 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/66762065-unorthodox-the-scandalous-rejection-of-my-hasidic-roots) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Buy Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots by Feldman, Deborah (ISBN: 9781439187005) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Review: An interesting insight into the Satmar branch of Hasidism - I initially came across Unorthodox as a Netflix series. On learning that it was partly based on a book, I bought a copy immediately! I have to say that the book is much more hard-hitting than the nevertheless good Netflix series... and such compulsive reading that I read it in one go! It's a very interesting insight into the Satmar branch of Hasidism, and I would recommend this book for anyone interested in religious groups. Review: This is New York, but so exotic - This was such an interesting book. The Hassidic community in Brooklyn in the 21st century, so thoroughly exotic and strange, yet the author- a bold, curious modern woman like me.For a woman, reading it was a bit uncomfortable, all that blame, somehow, in that culture, women are always at fault. " If you let a man see your leg by accident in the street ,you make him sin, and the responsibility is yours. How ridiculous.Yet, there was also explanation on why the post Holocaust community might think what they do, the isolation, the attitude toward " the others". I loved the character of Bubby, the grandmother, but learnt to sympathise and feel sorry for some of those male characters, like the author's grandfather or even her husband.It is not simple. The book was very well written, and I will most likely read the sequel, too. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 994,973 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 45 in Religious Biographies 125 in Jewish Life 634 in Kabbalah | | Customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (13,644) | | Dimensions | 15.56 x 2.03 x 23.5 cm | | ISBN-10 | 1439187002 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1439187005 | | Item weight | 454 g | | Language | English | | Print length | 272 pages | | Publication date | 14 Feb. 2012 | | Publisher | Bravo Ltd | ## Images ![Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51B8UAMPT7L.jpg) ![Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Jbn40SxgL.jpg) ![Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6137USMmcmL.jpg) ![Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/612qDEKxr0L.jpg) ![Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xQqVbFf3L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An interesting insight into the Satmar branch of Hasidism *by A***R on 27 July 2025* I initially came across Unorthodox as a Netflix series. On learning that it was partly based on a book, I bought a copy immediately! I have to say that the book is much more hard-hitting than the nevertheless good Netflix series... and such compulsive reading that I read it in one go! It's a very interesting insight into the Satmar branch of Hasidism, and I would recommend this book for anyone interested in religious groups. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is New York, but so exotic *by E***O on 30 August 2014* This was such an interesting book. The Hassidic community in Brooklyn in the 21st century, so thoroughly exotic and strange, yet the author- a bold, curious modern woman like me.For a woman, reading it was a bit uncomfortable, all that blame, somehow, in that culture, women are always at fault. " If you let a man see your leg by accident in the street ,you make him sin, and the responsibility is yours. How ridiculous.Yet, there was also explanation on why the post Holocaust community might think what they do, the isolation, the attitude toward " the others". I loved the character of Bubby, the grandmother, but learnt to sympathise and feel sorry for some of those male characters, like the author's grandfather or even her husband.It is not simple. The book was very well written, and I will most likely read the sequel, too. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Compelling memoir by Deborah Feldman *by Z***I on 23 April 2021* I am not usually a very fast reader, but I finished reading this captivating book in record time. Having lived in both New York and London, ultra-orthodox Jewish life had always been a personal curiosity that I knew vibrantly existed in my city, but my exposure to it had always been limited. This book has finally provided first-hand insights into the lives of this unique and highly insular part of the society. Along with her difficult personal journey from restrictive circumstances to freedom, Deborah Feldman introduced so many intriguing concepts, beliefs, and practices by Satmar Jews which explain why this community remains so fearful and isolated to this day. If you have also watched the series "Unorthodox", you will notice that the book provides a lot more detail and a slightly different narrative leading to Deborah's exit from the community. Overall, this was such a compelling read, and I look forward to reading more books by Deborah. She writes beautifully, and her powerful story is truly a source of inspiration for all humans, men and women alike. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/66762065-unorthodox-the-scandalous-rejection-of-my-hasidic-roots](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/66762065-unorthodox-the-scandalous-rejection-of-my-hasidic-roots) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*