A Path Appears

Transforming Lives, Creating Opportunity

By: Nicholas D. Kristof, Sheryl WuDunn

Narrated by: Olivia Wilde

An essential, galvanizing narrative about making a difference here and abroad—a road map to becoming the most effective global citizens we can be.

In their number one New York Times best seller Half the Sky, husband-and-wife team Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn brought to light struggles faced by women and girls around the globe, and showcased individuals and institu­tions working to address oppression and expand opportunity. A Path Appears is even more ambi­tious in scale: nothing less than a sweeping tap­estry of people who are making the world a better place and a guide to the ways that we can do the same—whether with a donation of $5 or $5 mil­lion, with our time, by capitalizing on our skills as individuals, or by using the resources of our businesses.

With scrupulous research and on-the-ground reporting, the authors assay the art and science of giving, identify successful local and global initia­tives, and share astonishing stories from the front lines of social progress. We see the compelling, in­spiring truth of how real people have changed the world, upending the idea that one person can’t make a difference.

We meet people like Dr. Gary Slutkin, who devel­oped his landmark Cure Violence program to combat inner-city conflicts in the United States by applying principles of epidemiology; Lester Strong, who left a career as a high-powered television anchor to run an organization bringing in older Americans to tu­tor students in public schools across the country; MIT development economist Esther Duflo, whose pioneering studies of aid effectiveness have revealed new truths about, among other things, the power of hope; and Jessica Posner and Kennedy Odede, who are transforming Kenya’s most notorious slum by ex­panding educational opportunities for girls.

A Path Appears offers practical, results-driven advice on how best each of us can give and reveals the lasting benefits we gain in return. Kristof and WuDunn know better than most how many urgent challenges communities around the world face to­day. Here they offer a timely beacon of hope for our collective future.

Excellent! Everyone should read or listen to it!

Would you listen to A Path Appears again? Why?

Yes. My mind tends to wander when I listen to a book, so I often listen to them more than once. This one held my attention really well because of all of the great stories that are shared throughout the book. I've already started listening to it for a second time.

What was one of the most memorable moments of A Path Appears?

One of my biggest takeaways is that people can make a difference in so many ways - through volunteering or donating even a very small amount of money. One of the best investments that we can make is in early childhood education and parent support.

Which character – as performed by Oliva Wilde – was your favorite?

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Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It brought tears to my eyes at times. It is one of the very best books I've ever read!

Any additional comments?

I just finished listening to this book yesterday and found it to be extremely inspirational. It shares a powerful message about making a difference in the world and is definitely a worthwhile read (or listen)! I loved all of the great stories that allow you to see the impact that a single person can make! It was so good that I also purchased a hard copy that I can reference and share with my friends.

Broad look into the world of charities

Covers the many successes, challenges, and failures of charities. this book was a crash course in charitable donation and formation

Uplifting in World with Negative Headlines

Provides useful advice for choosing causes and charity investments. Sometimes to rah rah Pearson books.

inspiring

If you want to be inspired, read this book. wonderful stories and suggestions for ways to take action and make a difference.

Changed my mindset!

If you could sum up A Path Appears in three words, what would they be?

This book will change the way you view the world and challenge you DO SOMETHING! I have told my friends and family this is mandatory reading!