Summaries of books by George Packer:
The Unwinding
An Inner History of the New America
George Packer
The book presents a narrative of the United States from the late 20th century to the early 21st century, chronicling the lives of several individuals against the backdrop of significant social, economic, and political changes. It explores the decline of institutional structures, the rise of individualism, and the fragmentation of the American social fabric.
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Our Man
Richard Holbrooke and the End of the American Century
George Packer
The book chronicles the life and career of Richard Holbrooke, a prominent American diplomat known for his role in brokering the Dayton Accords that ended the war in Bosnia. It delves into his complex personality, his professional triumphs and failures, and his ultimate quest to bring peace to Afghanistan, offering a critical examination of U.S. foreign policy during the latter half of the 20th century.
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