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Book Synopsis: An eyewitness account of major 20th century social movements
Born a red-diaper baby, Norman Cantor, as a 4 and ½ year-old in 1947, first experiences the vicious public hostility toward his father, a major figure in Communist Party USA: "I hear and see a hostile crowd assembled on the street below our apartment. I can’t make out the words they’re yelling, but I sense the shrill, threatening tone. Suddenly, I glimpse flames shooting upward from below. Someone in the crowd has ignited the awning of my grandfather’s liquor store. The flames get doused, but I am terrified."
His father goes underground and Norman gets raised by a mother who was a pioneering women's lawyer promoting civil rights and workers' interests. During a distinguished career as a law professor, Cantor pioneers in advancing the "death with dignity" movement. First, as a participant in the landmark Quinlan case that set the pattern for American end-of-life jurisprudence. More recently, as an advocate for people intent on avoiding immersion in advanced Alzheimer's disease.
Finally, Cantor becomes a participant in the liberal Zionist movement seeking to maintain a Jewish homeland in Israel with full citizenship and civil rights for all its inhabitants. My Eccentric Family is a rare journey with universal lessons that is simultaneously a deeply personal memoir and an incisive work of history. Includes engaging encounters with Ruth Bader Ginsburg, mafia kingpin Angelo Bruno, and Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall.
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Step into the extraordinary world of My Eccentric Family, a riveting memoir that takes you on a captivating journey through major 20th century social movements. Witness firsthand the trials and triumphs of Norman Cantor, a red-diaper baby who navigates a tumultuous upbringing amidst political turmoil. Feel the raw emotion as Cantor recounts his experiences with a hostile crowd and the heart-wrenching decisions that shape his life.
Immerse yourself in the inspiring story of a man raised by a fearless mother, a pioneering women's lawyer who fought tirelessly for civil rights and workers' interests. Follow Cantor's path as he carves out a distinguished career as a law professor, blazing trails in the "death with dignity" movement and championing the rights of those facing the devastating effects of Alzheimer's disease. His journey is a testament to resilience and unwavering dedication to social justice.
Discover the rich tapestry of history and personal reflections woven throughout My Eccentric Family. From landmark legal cases to poignant encounters with influential figures such as Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Thurgood Marshall, this memoir offers profound insights into the complexities of identity and activism. A compelling narrative that resonates with universal themes of perseverance and the pursuit of a better world.
Ready to embark on this thought-provoking odyssey through one man's extraordinary life? Unlock the pages of My Eccentric Family today and delve into a captivating blend of memoir and history that will leave you inspired and enlightened.
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