Meet the Masterminds Behind the Most Influential Books with High-Quality Author Summaries

Gustaw Herling-Grudziński was a renowned 20th century Polish author and Holocaust survivor.

Steven Hahn is an award-winning historian, born in 1953, specializing in American history, slavery, and race.

Psychoanalyst and educator who focused on children's psychological problems and experience of Fairy Tales.

George Gilder is an acclaimed American author and technology forecaster, renowned for his thought-provoking and distinctive insights.

Award-winning author Charles R. Morris is renowned for his powerful, insightful non-fiction writing.

Edmund Morris is an award-winning biographer of U.S presidents Teddy Roosevelt and Ronald Reagan.

Timur Kuran is a renowned scholar in economics and Islamic studies, author of numerous award-winning books on these topics.

Persi Diaconis is a renowned mathematician and renowned magician whose work focuses on probability, statistics, and theoretical sciences.

Ronald Graham is an acclaimed American mathematician, computer scientist, and scientific scholar, renowned for his prolific research and publications.

Award-winning neuropsychopharmacologist and best-selling author, Carl Hart explores the effects of drugs on the human mind.

Bruce Friedrich is an acclaimed animal advocacy writer and activist, recognized as a leader in animal welfare and environmental protection.

Kathy Freston is a best-selling author who explores transformative ideas for a healthier, mindful lifestyle.

Rahm Emanuel is an American politician, former White House Chief of Staff, and author of the book The Nation City.

Geoffrey Canada is an influential educator, social activist, and best-selling author of "Fist Stick Knife Gun".

An influential social scientist and author, Robert Axelrod examines complex issues in clear, meaningful ways.

Elwyn Brooks White is a Pulitzer and National Book award winning author known for his timeless children's classics.

Anthea Roberts is a renowned international law professor, author and scholar who writes on topics ranging from human rights to development law.

Martin Gurri is a renowned author, lecturer and media-technology expert whose work focuses on the impact of information technology on politics.

Brian Gunia is an award-winning author known for his engaging short stories and heartfelt novels that touch on emotion, family, and life.

Award-winning journalist, author, and human rights advocate Shannon Sedgwick Davis is a passionate and persuasive voice for social justice.

Reshma Saujani is an acclaimed author, attorney, and champion for tech education and girls' rights.

Clive Thompson is a journalist and author who writes on technology and culture.

John Brockman is a literary agent and author whose works focus on science and societal issues.

and author biographies Henry Paulson: Former U.S. Secretary of the Treasury and CEO at Goldman Sachs, renowned for his economic expertise.