Maverick: A Biography of Thomas Sowell by Jason L. Riley (.ePUB)
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Maverick: A Biography of Thomas Sowell by Jason L. Riley
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Overview: In Maverick, Jason L. Riley chronicles the life and work of economist and social theorist Thomas Sowell. Drawing on interviews, archival material, and Sowell’s own writings, Riley presents a portrait of a man whose scholarship and public commentary have influenced generations of readers and policymakers.
Key Themes or Insights
The biography traces Sowell’s journey from a childhood in Harlem to service in the Marine Corps, academic achievement at leading institutions, and a prolific career as a writer. Riley emphasizes Sowell’s intellectual independence, his commitment to empirical evidence over ideology, and his challenges to conventional thinking on race, economics, and politics.
Style and Usefulness
Written in a clear and engaging style, the book blends personal history with analysis of Sowell’s major works. It offers both an introduction for those new to his ideas and deeper insight for longtime admirers, framing his legacy in the context of contemporary policy debates.
Genre: Non-Fiction > Biographies & Memoirs
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