The Lies We Tell About Foreign Aid
In his new book, Pablo Yanguas argues that fudged numbers, shallow aid projects and politics have created a dysfunctional aid system.
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Exploding Myths About 'Black Power, Jewish Politics'
In a new book, historian Marc Dollinger argues that the conventional wisdom of Jewish and African-American harmony during the civil rights era is flawed. And that the real story has lessons for today.
A Tale Of Obsession In 'Social Creature'
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with author Tara Isabella Burton about her debut novel Social Creature. It's a dark tale of characters willing to do whatever it takes to get money and attention.
Alfredo Corchado On Mexico, The U.S. And 'Homelands'
Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to Mexican-American journalist and author Alfredo Corchado about his new book Homelands, which is a personal reflection and history lesson.
Anthony Horowitz On 'The Word Is Murder'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Anthony Horowitz about his new book The Word Is Murder.
'Heavenly Bodies' Is Gorgeous — But Full Of Strange Silences
The companion piece to this year's Met Gala, Heavenly Bodies functions beautifully as an art object — but it has some odd blank spots, particularly around the contributions of women to Catholicism.
Tom Perrotta's 'Mrs. Fletcher' Shares 'Post-Parental' Reflections From An Empty Nest
Perrotta's most recent novel was inspired by the upheaval he experienced when his kids grew up and moved out of the house. Originally broadcast July 31, 2017.
Southern Gothic 'Florida' Spins Tales Of Hurricanes, Humidity And Humanity
Lauren Groff sets her new story collection in what she calls the "sunniest and strangest of states." Critic Maureen Corrigan says the tales are "brooding, inventive — and often moving."
Elgin Baylor's 'Hang Time' Addresses Racism And His Basketball Career
Throughout his life, legendary basketball player Elgin Baylor suffered through many racial indignities, which are detailed, along with his career, in his book, Hang Time.
Advice For 'Grown-Ups' In Their 40s: 'Just Do What You Want More Often'
Author Pamela Druckerman says she's reached a "now-or-never phase of life." Her new book There Are No Grown-Ups is a coming-of-age story — for people whose age is 40.