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Amanda Ripley on The Smartest Kids in the World
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Founded by Carla Cohen and Barbara Meade in 1984, Politics & Prose Bookstore is Washington, D.C.'s premier independent bookstore and cultural hub, a gathering place for people interested in reading and discussing books. Politics & Prose offers superior service, unusual book choices, and a haven for book lovers in the store and online. Visit them on the web at In her second book, the award-winning literary journalist and author of The Unthinkable follows three American students during their year abroad to investigate the highly rated public school systems of Finland, South Korea, and Poland. Ripley's report compares American emphasis on self-esteem and sports with other nations' focus on hard work, resilience, and not being afraid to fail—early and often.
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