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Name: This I believe
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Author: Jay Allison

Based on the NPR series of the same name, this collection gathers eighty essayists—ranging from well‑known personalities to previously unknown writers—to finish the contemplative phrase that begins each piece: "This I Believe." The essays invite readers to examine the formation of personal beliefs and the extent to which we discuss them with others. The result is a provocative look inside the minds and hearts of a varied group of Americans, illustrating how their beliefs—and the many ways they express them—capture a vibrant American spirit.

First publish date: 2006

Genre: Philosophy/Ethics

Authors: Jay Allison

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