The University of Chicago Book Recommendations & Book Mentions

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Written in the form of a thesis, "The Unfortunates" is the debut novel of UChicago writing and research advisor @J_K_Chukwu. It follows Sahara, a Black student at an elite university who exposes the truth of its disappearing Black population. https://t.co/vIxFydCQvJ

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Explore the power of language and learn which "magic words" can enhance your influence. In the latest episode of Big Brains, Prof. Jonah Berger of Wharton explains how what you say can help you get your way. Listen: https://t.co/n18hjUBNXX https://t.co/D87nm7Ra1X

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A decade ago Prof @R_Thaler's "Nudge" reshaped how we understand decision-making in the real world. Join the behavioral economist for a discussion of his field-defining book updated this year as "Nudge: The Final Edition." cc @behscientist http://ms.spr.ly/6017XOlxD

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In a new course, Assoc Profs. Edgar Garcia and Timothy Harrison collaborated with graduate students to compare John Milton’s “Paradise Lost” and the “Popol Vuh”—sometimes called “the Mayan Bible”—to create a dialog around creation, colonialism and loss. https://t.co/tAHt33c3P0

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In her new book “Justice for Animals: Our Collective Responsibility,” Prof. Martha Nussbaum posits an empathetic approach to animal welfare that challenges preconceived notions—and advocates for their legal and political protections. Your Sunday Read: https://t.co/BTbBIeywlL

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When Edward T. Cotham Jr., AM’76, began leading walking tours of Galveston decades ago, few tourists had heard of Juneteenth. In "Juneteenth: The Story Behind the Celebration," Cotham takes a closer look at the document at the heart of the holiday. https://t.co/lbfY5FqjYd

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Sam Greenlee, X'57, co-wrote and co-produced the 1973 film adaptation of his signature novel, "The Spook Who Sat by the Door,” drawing from his experience as a Black official in the U.S. Foreign Service. Learn more: https://t.co/ssAYkUhZk0

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