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#305 Robert Caro on power, poverty, ruthlessness, & obsession

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Journey Through Power and Writing

This chapter explores the transition of a news reporter to a biographer, highlighting the challenges and revelations encountered while researching political power. It details the author's experience at the Neiman journalism fellowship, where they gained insights that shaped their writing, particularly in relation to influential figures like Robert Moses. Through struggles with self-doubt and isolation, the chapter emphasizes the importance of connection and collaboration among ambitious individuals in the creative process.

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