The Road to Wisdom

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Francis Collins offers us a path back to wisdom with this inspirational and unflinching look at his life as a research scientist, a man of faith, and a servant-leader who oversaw the work of our nation's medical research agency through turbulent times. In the final pages of The Road to Wisdom, he urges us to sign a pledge, committing to seek truth, build trust, and practice generosity. I hope that many, many readers will join me in doing so. * Yo-Yo Ma * Through his leadership of the Human Genome Project, Dr. Francis Collins revealed the simple truth that we are all far more alike than we are different. Now, in his thoughtful book The Road to Wisdom, he urges us to have the courage and humility to bridge our divides, embrace what we have in common, and rebuild a fractured society. When Dr. Collins speaks, I listen-and his message is more important now than ever. * President Bill Clinton * A remarkable book for our troubled times, telling the powerful story of one man's extended quest for wisdom. Collins's personal journey of reflection and discovery will speak to many struggling to make sense of life, cope with uncertainty, and find their place in a greater scheme of things. Essential reading for those trying to work out how science and faith belong together, and how they can enrich our vision of human existence. * Professor Alister McGrath - Senior Research Fellow in Science and Religion, Oxford University * Dr Francis Collins is a national treasure, acclaimed not only for his scientific achievements but for his example as a bridge person in a polarized time. He has served under every U.S. president of this century, in the process winning the respect of some of his fiercest critics. Amid the shrillness of our era, Dr Collins offers a calming voice of hope, as well as practical suggestions on how to heal the nation's wounds. * Philip Yancey * This practical, refreshingly humble book shows the human side of one of the most eminent scientists of our time, and offers applicable and accessible guidance for all those worried about the state of wisdom in our world. * Elizabeth Oldfield * In an angry age when cool heads rarely seem to prevail, how refreshing it is to read about the value of wisdom, truth, respect and faith from someone who has been at the sharp end of the culture wars. Francis Collins is a careful, friendly and generous thinker, both professionally and in person. This book will help anyone who wishes to see integrity, civility and truth prevail in the public square. * Justin Brierley - Broadcaster, speaker and author of 'The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God' * I would recommend this book to anyone but especially to those who are exploring the compatibility of science and faith. * Nicky Gumbel * Incredibly timely for any Christian trying to understand and respond to the truth wars ... Whatever your background in faith or science, if you are fed up with politics and polarisation, this book is for you. -- Dr Ruth Bancewicz * Christianity Magazine * 'The road to wisdom' is a huge claim
for any book to make! But it's author
Francis Collins has almost unequalled
scientific and medical clout, particularly
in the public square as director of the
American National Institutes of Health
under three US Presidents. So, when
he proposes 'the road to wisdom' he
deserves close scrutiny and attention.

This is not a dry, theoretical treatise. The
reader feels almost part of a conversation
as the author carefully, but gently lays out
how truth, science, faith and trust working
together form the foundations of the road
to wisdom.

It's really helpful for navigating our chaotic world. * Presbyterian Herald *