‘Inheritance’ author Dani Shapiro answers your questions

Dani Shapiro discusses her book 'Inheritance', which explores her discovery that the man who raised her was not her biological father. This revelation led her to reevaluate her identity and family history. The book delves into themes of genealogy, ethics, and love. Shapiro shares her journey of understanding her parents' choices in the 1960s and meeting her biological father, a sperm donor. She reflects on the public's reaction to her story and emphasizes the importance of kindness and compassion in dealing with such discoveries.

What themes does Shapiro's book explore in relation to genealogy?

What was the significant discovery that the author made about her father?

In what ways did the author feel that her identity was reshuffled after her discovery?

How did the author describe her feelings towards her father after making the discovery?

What does the author suggest is the antidote to feelings of threat after such discoveries?