Congratulations, by the way: Some Thoughts on Kindness by George Saunders (Engli

Description: Congratulations, by the way by George Saunders Heres something I know to be true, although its a little corny, and I dont quite know what to do with it: What I regret most in my life are failures of kindnessThree months after George Saunders gave a convocation address at Syracuse University, a transcript of that speech was posted on the website of The New York Times, where its simple, uplifting message struck a deep chord. Within days, it had been shared more than one million times. Why? Because Saunderss words tap into a desire in all of us to lead kinder, more fulfilling lives. Powerful, funny, and wise, Congratulations, by the way is an inspiring message from one of todays most influential and original writers. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography George Saunders is the author of nine books, including Tenth of December, which was a finalist for the National Book Award and won the inaugural Folio Prize (for the best work of fiction in English) and the Story Prize (best short-story collection). He has received MacArthur and Guggenheim fellowships and the PEN/Malamud Prize for excellence in the short story, and was recently elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. In 2013, he was named one of the worlds 100 most influential people by Time magazine. He teaches in the creative writing program at Syracuse University.georgesaundersbooks.com Review Were lucky to have him * Jonathan Franzen *A morally passionate, serious writer * Zadie Smith *There is really no one like him * Lorrie Moore * Promotional An inspiring message from the Booker Prize-shortlisted George Saunders, author of Lincoln in the Bardo; one of todays most influential and original writers Review Quote Were lucky to have him Promotional "Headline" An inspiring message from the Booker Prize-shortlisted George Saunders, author of Lincoln in the Bardo ; one of todays most influential and original writers Feature An inspirational gift for young people starting out in the world Details ISBN140889940X Year 2017 ISBN-10 140889940X ISBN-13 9781408899403 Format Paperback Publication Date 2017-11-02 Author George Saunders Pages 64 Imprint Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Subtitle Some Thoughts on Kindness Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 177.7 Short Title Congratulations, by the Way Language English UK Release Date 2017-11-02 NZ Release Date 2017-11-02 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Audience General AU Release Date 2018-02-28 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:117109988;

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