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Man of Letters

By Thomas Sowell
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_In Man of Letters_ by Thomas Sowell, the author offers a fascinating glimpse into his life through engaging essays and letters. The memoir reflects on Sowell's experiences, insights into social and economic issues, and his personal journey as a thinker and writer. Through this collection, readers gain an intimate view of Sowell's intellectual development and worldview.
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This book may appeal to you if you are interested in insightful essays reflecting on cultural, social, and political issues. Thomas Sowell offers a unique perspective drawing from his experiences, making it engaging for readers who appreciate thought-provoking commentary in the context of biography and memoirs.

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Man of Letters

Traces the life, career, and commentaries on controversial issues of Thomas Sowell over a period of more than four decades through his letters to and from family, friends, and public figures ranging from Milton Friedman to Clarence Thomas, David Riesman, Arthur Ashe, William Proxmire, Vernon Jordan, Charles Murray, and Shelby Steele.

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Man of Letters traces the life, career, and commentaries on controversial issues of Thomas Sowell over a period of more than four decades through his letters to and from family, friends, and public figures ranging from Milton Friedman to Clarence Thomas, David Riesman, Arthur Ashe, William Proxmire, Vernon Jordan, Charles Murray, Shelby Steele, and Condoleezza Rice.

These letters begin with Sowell as a graduate student at the University of Chicago in 1960 and conclude with a reflective letter to his fellow economist and longtime friend Walter Williams in 2005.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781594031960

Publisher: Encounter Books,USA

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 May 2007

Country: United States

Imprint: Encounter Books,USA

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 161.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 722g

Pages: 320

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