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Samantha Jane Power is an Irish-American academic, and Pulitzer Prize-winning author who served as the 28th United States Ambassador to the United Nations from 2013 to 2017. She is a member of the Democratic Party.
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Open
An Autobiography
Andre Agassi - 2009-11-09
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A candid and engrossing memoir, "Open" tells the remarkable story of a man who was groomed to be a tennis champion from birth. Despite achieving fame, wealth, and eight grand slam titles, Andre Agassi struggled to find fulfillment in the sport he came to resent. Through his highs and lows, Agassi reveals his early success, marriage to Brooke Shields, interest in philanthropy, and uncomfortable relationship with fame. This book goes far beyond a professional tennis memoir and offers readers a glimpse into the life of a man who overcame great challenges to find true happiness.
Samantha Power
2021-05-03T23:49:35.000Z
@ryangrim One of the best books I’ve ever read.      source
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Selected Stories
Eilis Ni Dhuibhne (Irish Literature)
Eilis Ni Dhuibhne - 2017-09-29
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This volume collects new short stories from one of Ireland’s leading writers in both the Irish and English languages. Eilis Ni Dhuibhne’s stories are widely acclaimed for their acute perception of Irish women’s lives, the power of her verbal economy, and her skillful and unique use of both humor and the fantastic....
Samantha Power
2021-01-15T17:43:29.000Z
A few weeks ago, @vulture asked me to describe 10 books that have impacted me along the way. List just out: Chinua Achebe, Dorothy Day, Éilís Ní Dhuibhne, Ralph Ellison, Bernard Malamud, Doris Kearns Goodwin, & more:      source
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We Crossed a Bridge and It Trembled
Voices from Syria
Wendy Pearlman - 2017-06-06
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LONG-LISTED FOR THE CARNEGIE MEDAL...
Samantha Power
2021-01-15T17:43:29.000Z
A few weeks ago, @vulture asked me to describe 10 books that have impacted me along the way. List just out: Chinua Achebe, Dorothy Day, Éilís Ní Dhuibhne, Ralph Ellison, Bernard Malamud, Doris Kearns Goodwin, & more:      source
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Thinking, Fast and Slow
Daniel Kahneman - 2011-10-25
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Explore the inner workings of the mind in this groundbreaking book that explains the two systems that drive the way we think. System 1 is fast, emotional, and intuitive while System 2 is slower, more analytical, and logical. Discover the benefits and drawbacks of both systems and learn how to tap into the benefits of slow thinking. With practical insights into decision-making in both our personal and professional lives, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to guard against mental pitfalls and gain a deeper understanding of the way we think.
Samantha Power
2021-01-15T17:43:29.000Z
A few weeks ago, @vulture asked me to describe 10 books that have impacted me along the way. List just out: Chinua Achebe, Dorothy Day, Éilís Ní Dhuibhne, Ralph Ellison, Bernard Malamud, Doris Kearns Goodwin, & more:      source
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The Long Loneliness
The Autobiography of the Legendary Catholic Social Activist by Dorothy Day (2009-09-01)
Dorothy Day - 2009-09-01 (first published in 1952)
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An autobiography of the legendary catholic social activist Dorothy Day....
Samantha Power
2021-01-15T17:43:29.000Z
A few weeks ago, @vulture asked me to describe 10 books that have impacted me along the way. List just out: Chinua Achebe, Dorothy Day, Éilís Ní Dhuibhne, Ralph Ellison, Bernard Malamud, Doris Kearns Goodwin, & more:      source
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The Tender Bar
A Memoir
J. R. Moehringer - 2006-08-01 (first published in 2005)
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This memoir is a captivating portrait of a boy's journey to manhood, shaped by the men he meets at a local bar. With his radio disc jockey father absent, the young protagonist seeks out figures of masculinity and identity in the patrons around him. From cops to poets, he finds camaraderie and guidance in a "fatherhood-by-committee." Conflicted between his mother's example and the allure of the bar, the protagonist turns to the latter as a refuge from life's hardships, culminating in a poignant coming-of-age story. A suspenseful, funny, and ultimately heart-wrenching read that explores themes of identity, family, and belonging.
Samantha Power
2021-01-15T17:43:29.000Z
A few weeks ago, @vulture asked me to describe 10 books that have impacted me along the way. List just out: Chinua Achebe, Dorothy Day, Éilís Ní Dhuibhne, Ralph Ellison, Bernard Malamud, Doris Kearns Goodwin, & more:      source
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The Complete Stories
Bernard Malamud - 1998-10-12 (first published in 1997)
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Explore the American human experience through the eyes of Bernard Malamud in The Complete Stories. This collection of fifty-five stories covers the time period from 1940 to 1984, including the beloved stories from The Magic Barrel. Richard Stern called this book "an essential American book," and readers agree that it is a varied and generous collection of modern short stories, making it an excellent introduction to the work of a great American writer.
Samantha Power
2021-01-15T17:43:29.000Z
A few weeks ago, @vulture asked me to describe 10 books that have impacted me along the way. List just out: Chinua Achebe, Dorothy Day, Éilís Ní Dhuibhne, Ralph Ellison, Bernard Malamud, Doris Kearns Goodwin, & more:      source
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No Ordinary Time
Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt
Doris Kearns Goodwin - 1995-10-01 (first published in 1994)
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Explore the dynamic and revolutionary era of America's past with No Ordinary Time. This Pulitzer-winning history book chronicles the Roosevelt family's marriage, partnership, and impact on the nation during a time of war and change. Doris Kearns Goodwin expertly pieces together details to provide an intimate, captivating portrait of the First Lady, the President, and a new, modern America.
Samantha Power
2021-01-15T17:43:29.000Z
A few weeks ago, @vulture asked me to describe 10 books that have impacted me along the way. List just out: Chinua Achebe, Dorothy Day, Éilís Ní Dhuibhne, Ralph Ellison, Bernard Malamud, Doris Kearns Goodwin, & more:      source
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Invisible Man
Ralph Ellison - 1995-02-01 (first published in 1952)
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This groundbreaking novel tells the journey of an unnamed protagonist navigating through the racial divide, shedding light on the effects of bigotry on both victim and perpetrator. With a voice that captures the full range of the American language, the story takes us from the Deep South to Harlem, throwing our own reality into harsh relief. Suspenseful and sardonic, Invisible Man is an audacious and dazzling masterpiece that redefines American literature.
Samantha Power
2021-01-15T17:43:29.000Z
A few weeks ago, @vulture asked me to describe 10 books that have impacted me along the way. List just out: Chinua Achebe, Dorothy Day, Éilís Ní Dhuibhne, Ralph Ellison, Bernard Malamud, Doris Kearns Goodwin, & more:      source
Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe
Those Who Forget by Geraldine Schwarz
Dare to Speak by Suzanne Nossel
Un-Trumping America by Dan Pfeiffer
The Hidden History of Burma by Thant Myint-U
Impeachment by Cass R. Sunstein
Hiroshima by John Hersey