Tracy Kidder
Born in 1945
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Tracy Kidder is an American author known for his immersive research and narrative non-fiction.
He gained recognition for his Pulitzer Prize-winning book "The Soul of a New Machine," which detailed the development of a computer at Data General.
Kidder's approach involves extensive observation and interviews to create textured accounts of complex processes.
His other works include "House," chronicling the construction of a home, and "Mountains Beyond Mountains," about Dr. Paul Farmer's global health efforts.
The latter became a bestseller and influenced notable figures like actor Edward Norton.
Kidder's writing style combines journalistic depth with novelistic storytelling, making technical subjects accessible to general readers.
