THIS I BELIEVE: MORE PERSONAL PHILOSOPHIES OF REMARKABLE MEN AND WOMEN: Jay Allison: Henry Holt, 2008: Non-Fiction: 268 p.The 2nd installment from the nationwide essay project sponsored by NPR. American citizens of all ages and creeds were asked to write and submit a brief statement that focused on the single most important belief they hold. The project produced a mélange of essays that include a breadth of life experience. And the editors have compiled a choice selection, from middle school students to Yo-Yo Ma and Robert Fulghum--who believes in...Dancing!
The essay I found most poignant was that written by “Interrogator”—an unidentified female who worked as such at Guantànamo Bay, Cuba. Her essay focused on redemption and delivers an overwhelming message. Illuminating, inspirational, and thought-provoking—a book to restore your faith in Americans(who often become lost and misrepresented in a sea of pop culture). A true tribute to the good that still exists.
BONUS. In the back is a section that helps readers start their own ‘This I Believe’ project--with school, community or other entity. Watch out family, this year our family reunion is going to entail some writing.
DAP
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