Democratic campaign consultant Douglas Schoen explains how sophisticated polling and other technological advances have revolutionized American politics. Then, novelist A.M. Homes talks about meeting her birth parents at age 31. And Walter Isaacson tells us about his new biography of Albert Einstein. Plus, surgeon Atul Gawande explores how even the most mundane adjustments can drastically improve a doctor’s performance.
Polls, Power, and Democracy
Political strategist Douglas Schoen believes that exit polls are among the most effective ways of bringing about democratic change. In The Power of the Vote, he explains how sophisticated polling and technological advances have revolutionized American politics. He also makes a few predictions for 2008.
The Power of the Vote ...
The Mistress's Daughter
A.M. Homes talks about her complex relationship with her birth parents, who she met at age 31. Her new memoir is The Mistress’s Daughter.
Wednesday, April 11 at 7 ...
The Mistress’s Daughter is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: A.M. Homes will be reading and signing booksWednesday, April 11 at 7 ...
Einstein the Nonconformist
Walter Isaacson, former managing editor of Time, explains how Einstein’s nonconformity affected his genius.
Wednesday, April 11 at 7 pm
Union Square Barnes & Noble
Einstein is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Walter Isaacson will be speaking and signing booksWednesday, April 11 at 7 pm
Union Square Barnes & Noble
A Surgeon's Notes
In Better, surgeon Atul Gawande explains how doctors can make sure they give their patients the best care possible.
Tuesday, April 10 at 7 pm
Lincoln Square Barnes & Noble
Better is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Atul Gawande will be speaking and signing booksTuesday, April 10 at 7 pm
Lincoln Square Barnes & Noble
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