The Beauty of Dusk

On Vision Lost and Found

Frank Bruni

The book reflects on the author's experience with a rare form of stroke that threatened his eyesight, prompting a meditation on the impermanence of health and the need to adapt to life's unpredictability. It weaves personal narrative with interviews and research, exploring how people find resilience and new perspectives in the face of change and loss.

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Where You Go Is Not Who You'll Be

An Antidote to the College Admissions Mania

Frank Bruni

The book challenges the frenzy surrounding elite college admissions, arguing that success is not determined by attending prestigious universities. It offers a broader perspective on higher education, highlighting stories of accomplished individuals who attended less well-known schools, and emphasizes personal growth and resilience over brand-name degrees.

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