First published 2002
This collection brings together fifty of Daniel Pearl's finest journalistic works, curated by his friend and fellow reporter Helene Cooper. Pearl reported from across the globe before his kidnapping and murder by extremists in Pakistan in 2002. The assembled pieces reveal a journalist who pursued both major investigations and quirky human interest stories with equal dedication. His articles span child beauty contests in the American South, craftsmen creating the world's largest Persian carpet, and the Taliban's use of gemstone sales to finance terror operations. Pearl's widow Mariane contributes a foreword, while his father Judea Pearl adds reflections on his son's character. Colleagues share memories that illuminate Pearl's approach to journalism and his gift for connecting with people across cultural divides. The collection demonstrates how Pearl combined investigative rigor with genuine curiosity about human nature, never losing sight of the individuals behind major news events.
Genres: non-fiction, biography-memoir, journalism, cultural-studies
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: memoir, true-story
Setting: Pakistan, America, South, Persian
Period: 2002
300 pages · Kindle Edition · Wall Street Journal Books
Content warnings: kidnapping, murder