Biden has faced unimaginable challenges, from multiple presidential primary setbacks to a speech impediment and personal losses. Now, he carries the hopes of billions. This biography by National Book Award winner Evan Osnos, a staff writer for the New Yorker, explores the life of President-elect Joe Biden, often described as both the luckiest and unluckiest man. His fifty-year political career culminated in the White House, shaped by personal tragedies that fostered a profound empathy for others facing hardship—an essential quality as he leads a nation in crisis. Osnos blends in-depth journalism with broader context, drawing on extensive interviews with Biden and over a hundred others, including notable figures like Barack Obama, Cory Booker, and Amy Klobuchar. The narrative captures the essence of an extraordinary presidential election and presents a nuanced portrait of Biden as flawed yet resolute, tempered by tragedy. This biography retraces the path of Biden's trials, highlighting the awe-inspiring resilience he has shown throughout his journey. Osnos, who has reported on Biden for years, suggests that he may embrace more radical policies in office than many expect.
