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Getting John McPhee's Profile Agreement
- Sam Anderson won John McPhee's agreement to a profile simply by emailing him.
- McPhee agreed primarily because his publisher asked him to, not due to elaborate persuasion.
Challenge of Condensing Research
- Writers collect far more research than they can use, creating a rich but overwhelming knowledge base.
- The challenge is condensing vast research into a small, coherent piece without betraying its depth.
Constructing a Reader's Path
- To communicate a complex subject, create a strategic path through it that showcases your favorite parts.
- Offer readers an engaging journey rather than the entire overwhelming landscape at once.