Far from the Tree

I started this book somewhat begrudingly, as it was “recommended” reading for my fellowship. I finished it gratefully. Solomon's work is one of the most compelling pieces of non-fiction I have encountered. It's long, but that is because, as he explores parent-child relationships from a number of poignant lenses (from physical disability to musical prodigiousness), Solomon approaches the subject and all of his interviewees with great compassion, honesty, and an exquisite eye for philosophical, psychological, and ethical nuance. Highly, highly recommended.