The Good American

In The Good American, bestselling author Robert D. Kaplan presents the remarkable story of Bob Gersony, an influential yet underrecognized humanitarian whose four-decade career took him into some of the world’s most perilous crisis zones. Renowned for his on-the-ground research for the U.S. State Department, Gersony conducted vital interviews with refugees, often reshaping American policies to be smarter and more humane. This captivating narrative combines elements of travel and political analysis, highlighting the courage and dedication that characterized Gersony’s life and work while underscoring the importance of ground-level reporting in addressing global challenges.