Assignments Quote by Tracy Kidder
“I never planned on doing a book about Paul Farmer or his organization. I met him in Haiti when I was on a magazine assignment. It's almost like his story sort of fell in my lap.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Mountains Beyond Mountains, Tracy Kidder, 2003
The author recounts an unexpected, personal encounter that led to writing a biography, showing how chance meetings can spark deep projects.
In simple terms: A chance meeting inspired a book.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unexpected opportunities.
Themes
serendipity
biography
global health
journalism
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
biographical
journalistic
When to use this quote
- Magazine assignment
- field research
- writing a biography
- public health advocacy
Key Concepts
Narrative nonfiction
humanitarianism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn unexpected encounters into meaningful work?
- What responsibilities arise when telling another's story?
A Different Perspective
The story may overlook systemic issues beyond one individual's work.
